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Class of 2023 Graduates

8 people rescued after the partial collapse of an apartment building in Iowa

Eight people have been rescued after the partial collapse of a six-story apartment building in Davenport, Iowa on Sunday, May 28, 2023. No one was killed by the collapse, rescue officials confirmed on Monday. Throughout the night following the incident, search and rescue teams worked with specialized dog units to locate survivors, after fire crews helped escort around a dozen people from the building. On Sunday afternoon after first arriving on the scene. Seven people were rescued on Sunday, with an eighth person who had been pinned down by wreckage evacuated overnight from inside the crash. Photos from the scene showed a gaping hole in the side of the building, and a plastic and metal fence erected around the perimeter as rescue efforts continued.

Morgan High School celebrates its graduating class

By Gwen Romero MCSD Public Information Officer

Restless anticipation rippled through the Dee Events Center on Friday afternoon, May 26, as family, friends, and school personnel gathered to celebrate with the graduates of the Class of 2023.

A wave of maroon filled the seats in front of the stage, as this year’s graduates took their places at the beginning of their last assembly as high school students. For most, the finality of graduation represented a stepping-off point that they have been anticipating for some time; for some, this change of routine comes with trepidation; for others, it’s a bit of relief to have made it.

After the processional, some of our local veterans posted the flags and led the attendees in the pledge of allegiance; after which, Vocal Sterling Scholar Brickman Walker sang the national anthem, the first of three musical performances during the ceremony.

Senior Class Vice President Brock Duke and Secretary Breck Shupe then formally welcomed the crowd and congratulated their classmates, before turning the podium over to Principal Crae Wilson to recognize the class valedictorian and salutatorian.

Valedictorian Ben Hadley drew from historical figures to inspire his peers to “find motivation from the persistence, bravery, and passion of both military and civilian stories of people fighting for principles that they believed in” and that “if we never bend to the pressures of potential failure and discouragement by others, we can be persistent and determined to accomplish what we set our minds to.”

Salutatorian Lucy Tripp joked that “I don’t know about you, but I’m a little sad until I think about doing another year,” followed by reminders of some challenges the class faced, including “test to play” during covid and the steep rise in gas prices just as the class was beginning to drive.

She then shifted gears to joke about her peers’ improved dance moves and to compliment their athletic accomplishments before asserting, “We'll encounter successes and even face unfair tragedies, but we've proven we can handle and even thrive through unanticipated changes.”

Challenges and change were also the central themes for Class President Ben Clayton and SBO President Cade Johnson. Ben shared an experience from his junior math class, when he had asked the teacher why they had to do the problems, to which she had replied, “It’s not about what the problem is; it’s about the skills you develop while solving the problem.” He went on to encourage his fellow graduates to “go out into the world with courage and determination” and that as “we embark on our different paths, let us remember the lessons learned and the trials overcome.”

Cade also talked about the paths he and his classmates would be following over the next few years, then

turned to expressions of gratitude for his teachers and family, saying, “I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for all them and all these wonderful people in my life.” He concluded with further words of encouragement: “Graduates, go live your lives and be your best selves.”

Before the actual awarding of the diplomas, Principal Wilson took a few moments to recognize MHS Class of ‘92 alumna Kim Cox as a “light” for the graduating class and others. Kim has done a second complete run through the district’s educational program as an interpreter for our hearing-impaired students, using her positivity and skills to lift others as they overcome unique challenges.

After each graduate was recognized and each diploma awarded, the class joined with the crowd to sing the school song before transitioning their tassels from right to left as a symbol of their success–so far.

Congratulations, Class of 2023. l

Debt Ceiling deal details: What does the Biden-McCarthy bill include?

The bipartisan deal struck by Democratic President Joe Biden and Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy would extend the debt limit for two years alongside modest federal spending cuts and a series of policy provisions. The core of the deal is a suspension of the debt ceiling – currently at $31.4 trillion – until January 1, 2025. The Treasury Department can then take “extraordinary measures” to pay the bill off. This typically lasts for months. This will effectively resolve the issue through the 2024 election leaving it for the next President and the new Congress to deal with. The spending limit for the fiscal year 2024 would limit military spending to $886 billion and nonmilitary discretionary spending to $704 billion. The next year those numbers would rise to about $895 billion and $711 billion.

Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter Has Dementia

Rosalynn Carter, wife of former president of the United States, Jimmy Carter, and longtime advocate for better access to mental health has been recently diagnosed with dementia. The announcement of her diagnosis come just three months after the Carter Center said that Mr. Carter, who at 98 is the longest living president in American history, had decided to forgo further medical treatment and would enter hospice care at the couples home in Plains, Georgia. The center said in a statement on Tuesday that Mrs. Carter, who is 95, “continues to live happily at home with her husband…”

GROUP OF SENIORS celebrate after graduation.

Photo by Kimberly Tripp

THE CLASS OF 2023, in new all-maroon robes, listens during the ceremony.

Courtesy photo

Fourth graders participate in annual field trip to DUP museum

May was a busy month at the DUP Museum. We had visits of the Morgan Elementary fourth grade on May 17 and the Mountain Green Elementary on May 23. Altogether there were about 265 students accompanied by 27 adults.

Students had tours of the Museum where they had a picture scavenger hunt

and learned about some of the unusual items displayed there. Most of the artifacts were owned by the first settlers of Morgan County and many were brought by wagon or handcart. The photos are of the Pioneers although we do not have photos of all early settlers.

In the Pioneer Cabin they learned about living conditions and the many

things we take for granted today—no running water, no indoor bathroom facilities, no furnace or air conditioning, no electricity. Each student made a Pioneer toy with a wooden dowel and a piece of string. They played games that required little to no supplies, such as wheelbarrow races. Stories of the early settlers

were shared and were very informative. A big hit with students and adults was the honey and honeybee display and information given by Mike Higbee from the Higbee Honey Farm and Ranch right here in Morgan.

Our thanks to all who participated in any way to make these visits a huge success.l

MGES FOURTH GRADE students inside the cabin. Courtesy photos

MGES STUDENTS learning the process of honey making.

FOURTH GRADERS listening to a pioneer story.

MGES STUDENTS inside the museum.

MOUNTAIN GREEN FIRE DISTRICT REPORT

Big Walk Day

Wildland Firefighters participate in “Big Walk Day.” This endurance exercise test is used to ensure they can handle the long walks with equipment that are possible at wildfires. Even some of the fire kids got into the act.

Breaking and entering

New volunteer firefighter recruits were trained by Utah Fire & Rescue Academy staff last week at Morgan Fire and EMS station. Five Mountain Green Fire rookies attended excellent training with the forcible entry prop. Residents may see other training trailers also at the Mountain Green station over the next few weeks and they may be “smoking” during additional fire training sessions, so please don’t worry.

UDOT to repave SR-66

By Linda Peterson

UDOT will begin a resurfacing project of State Road 66 from Morgan Valley Drive in Porterville to 600 East in Morgan on May 30. Inside Morgan City limits the work will be done daily between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m.; outside Morgan City limits it is expected to be done 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. This project is expected to be ongoing through mid-July.

The project will include asphalt

Let us tell the world!

Celebrating an anniversary or a 70th, 80th or 90th birthday? Are you planning a wedding or have you just had one? How cute is your one-year-old child or grandchild? The Morgan County News wants to help you spread the word. Please submit a photo and a short writeup of whatever you are celebrating or planning to our editorial staff at becky.g@davisjournal.com. This is a great way to let the community know what’s happening in your world. Our publications go into mailboxes each Friday and are produced on Mondays and Tuesdays of that week. So your deadline would be Monday by 5 p.m. Let us help you tell the world! From your friends and neighbors at The Morgan County News.

Courtesy image/UDOT

removal and replacement in various locations, as well as the placement of a new roadway surface, called a chip seal, along the entire corridor. It will also include upgrades to road signs and roadway messages.

This surface treatment will improve motorist safety by providing good traction and skid resistance for vehicles, according to UDOT.

For more information call 801-4954240 or email udotregion1@utah.gov.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Morgan Valley Marathon

Saturday, June 10, 2023 (All day)

Marathon-Half-10k-5k

12th annual Morgan Valley Marathon. Participants start and finish at Riverside Park, running along the foothills of the Morgan Valley.

NEW START AND FINISH-LINE!

Join us for one of Northern Utah’s most scenic marathons! Nestled in the beautiful Morgan Valley, Utah, We’ve got you covered with the full marathon, half marathon, 10k or 5k running races to choose from!

This spectator friendly course is

ready to challenge you combining flats, rolling hills and lot’s of amazing scenery! Register: https://skolevents.raceentry.com/races/morgan-valley-marathon/2023/register

Morgan County Car Show 2023

June 17, 2023 9-2 p.m. Registrations starts at 7 a.m. 750 E. Como Springs Road Morgan, UT, 84050 Register: http://www.morganvalleycarshow.com/register

WHAT TO WATCH

‘SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE’ a masterpiece of a film

By Jenniffer Wardell The Movie Guru

“Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” is “The Empire Strikes Back” of the SpiderVerse movies.

For the movie nerds out there, I mean that on nearly every level. “Across the Spider-Verse” is significantly weightier and more serious than its fun, adventure-filled predecessor. It tackles those heavier themes in such an incredible, meaningful way that it elevates the trilogy it’s part of to the level of masterpiece. It’s a crucible for the young hero at the heart of it, confronting him with choices that will make him truly earn the title. It’s also got such a cliffhanger ending that you’ll scream, throw something, and beg the studio to come out with the sequel as soon as humanly possible.

(Seriously. I have never in my life felt such sympathy for the original “Star Wars” fans.)

I feel like I can barely tell you anything about the plot, because watching the movie unfold is part of the thrill. I will say that you’ll

want to make sure you watch “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” before sitting down to this one, and anything that’s not explained by the previous film will definitely be explained here. If you’ve seen the trailers, you already know you’ll see some familiar faces. You’ll break your heart a little. Maybe more than a little.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a Spider-Man movie without at least some humor. There’s a convenience store fight that’s absolutely hilarious, and the eternal superhero struggle of trying to both fight crime and transport baked goods across any real distance. Some of the Spider-Men, Spider-Women and Spider-Creatures are a delight (and probably have more comic book precedence than you ever imagined). There’s also a very fun guest appearance for those familiar with the Sony Marvel-Verse.

Though comic and Sony movie knowledge will help you get a bunch of references, simply being a Spider-Man fan is what unlocks some of the vital themes at the heart of the film. “Across the Spider-Verse” delves into what it means to be Spider-Man, and what it has meant across

years and years of formats, variants and reboots. We won’t know how this will all play out until the sequel, but it has the potential to both deeply honor the character and blow a lot of the established formulas wide open.

And even if you didn’t understand any of that, you should still watch this movie. The animation is incredible, with different styles for each of the different universes that somehow still look good together onscreen. If you doubted animation as a viable art form, this will restore your faith in it.

And if you take away the costumes, it’s about things we all understand. Love. Family. What it means to be a friend, and what it takes to do the right thing. What it means to be a good guy, and how we find meaning in who we are.

It’s about blame and consequences. It’s about bravery and hope. What could be more universal than that?

(I’m serious about that cliffhanger ending, though. Prepare yourself.)

Grade: Five stars (out of four)

From Lisa’s Kitchen: Layered Rainbow Jigglers

Can we spend one moment on the history of Jell-O?

Though gelatin was invented in 1822 in New York City, it wasn’t until 1897 that gelatin was combined with a fruit flavor and became a dessert (that is 126 years it has been around). I treasure my 2002 olympic pin that has a bowl of green Jell-O! It also happens to be Utah’s official state snack since 2001. Statistics say that Jell-O is eaten more in the state of Utah than in any other state in the union. Having shared such important information (lol), here is a very fun, jiggly and most colorful finger food. It reminds me of a miniature rainbow that I can plop into my mouth – and I am smiling all the way!

Hicks Haven

By Lisa Hicks

Ingredients:

5 different Jello flavors – 3 oz packages (regular or sugar free)

Berry Blue, Lime, Lemon, Orange & Strawberry (or any red flavor)

5 packages Unflavored gelatin

1 – 14 oz can Sweetened condensed milk

7 C Boiling water

Directions:

Step 1: For the bottom layer, dissolve a 3-ounce package of Berry Blue flavored jello with 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin (½ envelope of Knox unflavored gelatin) in 1 cup of boiling water by stirring until completely dissolved. Pour into a 9x13-inch pan and transfer to the refrigerator. Make sure the pan is sitting completely flat. Chill until completely set, about 30 minutes.

Step 2: Second layer (white): Make this layer at the same time as the bottom layer. Stir 2 teaspoons (one envelope) of unflavored gelatin in 1 cup boiling water until dissolved. Add 1/2 can of the sweetened condensed milk and stir until combined. Let sit out to cool down to room temperature.

When the first colored layer has set, make the next colored layer (lime) following the directions in Step 1 (so it can begin to cool).

It is now time to pour over the blue layer HALF of the white mixture. Gently tilt the pan to spread the white layer evenly and return to the refrigerator to set (about 20 minutes).

Continue to make layers following steps 1 and 2, alternating flavored colorful layers (yellow, orange, and red) with the creamy white layers, letting the jello set between each addition. You will need to make the white layer mixture one more time. Otherwise, even without refrigeration, the white layer will set up on the counter if you make it all at once.

Once all the jello is completely set, take a straight edge knife (not serrated) and cut into one inch squares. Use a small spatula to help lift the colorful jello cubes out. Store in refrigerator in an airtight container.

Jenniffer Wardell is an award-winning movie critic and member of the Utah Film Critics Association. Find her on Twitter at @wardellwriter or drop her a line at themovieguruslc@gmail.com.

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Depression rates in Utah remain high

By Peri Kinder

Depression affects millions of people worldwide, and Utah is no exception. The state has some of the highest rates of depression in the country, with thousands of people struggling with it each year.

Utah is known for its focus on family, religion and community, so individuals in the state can often feel pressure to conform to social expectations. This can lead to feelings of isolation, especially for those who don’t fit the traditional mold. The state's conservative culture can also make it difficult to ask for help, as mental health is sometimes stigmatized.

“In Utah, there’s the aura of being a certain way, living to certain standards and an ongoing quest for perfection,” said Jason Corbridge, owner of NeuroHealth in South Jordan. “When you say you have an issue or you’re having a problem, that's almost taboo. No one wants to say they need help, or appear to be failing. Even when they’re not failing. Our suicide rate in Utah is one of the highest in the nation.”

To address the issue of depression and suicide, it is essential to raise awareness about the prevalence of mental health issues and reduce the stigma. This can be done through education and outreach programs and encouraging individuals to seek help. It is also important to provide access to mental health resources, counseling services and support groups, particularly in underserved communities.

Signs of depression include feeling little interest or pleasure in doing things, feeling hopeless or bad about yourself, feeling that you’re a failure or have let your family down or having thoughts of self-harm.

“The first thing to do is to speak up and talk about it,” Corbridge said. “Get past the notion that you are the only one who feels that way, or that you shouldn't be discussing your feelings. If you’re not in the best mental position to make decisions on your own, all the more reason to reach out to friends or family, anyone in a position to think clearly and hear you out. Make others aware of your situation, and then look for professional help.”

In the February 2023 Kaiser Family Foundation analysis of the U.S. Census Bureau, Household Pulse Survey, 33% of adults in Utah reported symptoms of anxiety and/or depressive disorder (with women show-

ing higher rates than men), compared to 32.3% of adults in the U.S.

Often, people are struggling but feel they need to just push through it and not show weakness. But ignoring the situation doesn’t make it better. Many people deal with mental health challenges and there are lots of resources available to get help. If a loved one seems to be facing a mental health issue, initiate the conversation, even if it’s uncomfortable.

“Whether it’s a mom, a spouse, a brother or a friend,

it doesn't matter. Talk about your feelings, and don’t make it worse by shying away from what you think will be an awkward conversation,” Corbridge said. “You'll be surprised at how supportive those around you can be. Additionally, if you’re having suicidal thoughts, reach out to the national hotline at 988 immediately.”

By raising awareness, reducing stigma, and improving access to resources, individuals can address this issue and build a healthier and more supportive future. l

UTAH HAS SOME OF the highest rates of depression in the country, with thousands of people struggling each year. To address the issue of depression and suicide, it is essential to raise awareness about the prevalence of mental health issues and reduce the stigma.

Gordon and Weiers sign to run at next level

By Liisa London Mecham

Afterhelping the Morgan Girls’ Track Team win their first state championship on Saturday, May 20, Trojan seniors Grace Gordon and Alexis Weiers chose Monday, May 22 to officially sign their letters of intent to continue their running careers. In a ceremony attended by many of their teammates, coaches and family members, Gordon and Weiers inked their plans for the future.

Gordon will further her running experience at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colorado and will compete in the Division I Mountain West Conference while Weiers will travel farther east to run for Black Hills State University in Spearfish, South Dakota. The Yellow Jackets, a Division II program, compete in the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.

After successful four-year careers at Morgan High, both athletes are excited to take their talents to the next level.

Gordon, the daughter of Scott and Kerrie Gordon, has been exploring collegiate track and field opportunities for several years. “Between my sophomore and junior year I attended several track camps, and Colorado State was one of them. Then, during my junior track season, I knew I wanted to run in college, so I emailed the CSU coach, and we hit it off,” she explained.

“I’m really excited to go run at CSU,” Gordon continued. “I’m excited to be part of the culture and family of the track team there. The coach has been really great. He called me up after state and congratulated me on how I did.”

Gordon plans to study environmental science or social work. She remarked, “I either want to help the environment or help people. I’m not sure which one, but I want to help.”

Gordon and Weiers have spent the last four years helping the Morgan High cross country and track teams reach high levels of success. Weiers and the cross country team won state championships in 2019 and 2020 while Gordon and Weiers as members of the track team won four consecutive Region 13 titles along with their state championship in 2023 and second place finishes in 2021 and 2022. Individually, Gordon won the 400m state title her junior and senior years and finished second her sophomore year. Weiers was the Trojans’ top finisher at the state cross country championships last fall.

Gordon detailed how the Morgan coaches, Brennen Fuller and Bryan Weir, and the program have helped her develop as an athlete. “The most important thing that helped me prepare to compete at the next level was to know my goals and to have help to achieve them.”

“Before each season, I sat down with Coach Fuller and wrote down what I wanted to accomplish, and it helped so much for me to have others like Fuller and Coach Weir who knew my goals and helped me be accountable for achieving them. Also, I can’t say enough about my teammates, the culture and family of the track team at

Morgan. They are the best and are the reason I’m able to do so much.”

In addition, Gordon discussed how attending large out-of-state meets helped her develop as an athlete. “Being able to attend the national meet, Arcadia, my junior and senior years was so helpful. To compete against the best of the best and to put myself in there… it was just that much more to learn and take in. I am so grateful for these experiences.”

Gordon leaves Morgan High with nine school records, five in swimming and four in track: 400m, medley relay, 4x400 relay and the heptathlon. This year in her final 400m race, she recorded a new personal record and broke her own school record of 57.1 by running a 56.94 in her favorite race.

“The other athletes give me a hard time and say ‘Grace, you’re crazy’ to love the 400, but the 400 is definitely my favorite!” she excitedly effused. The 400m race is a sprint once around the entire track, and often it is considered the longest sprint in track and field.

In her final event as a high school athlete, Gordon ran the final leg of the 400m relay, coming from behind to finish first with her team and cap off an amazing high school career. Her time, if it could have been counted as official, would have been “high 55s.” Gordon said, “I was running for my family, my team, and I didn’t want to let them down.”

Gordon credits teammates Lucy Tripp and Weiers as support along the way. “It has been so great to sign and go through the college process with Alexis, and Lucy has been such a great support this season in my events”

In addition to her coaches, she also praised MHS English teachers Shasta Breshears and Gwen Romeo as mentors in her education. “Shasta Breshears helped me come out of my shell my 9th and 10th grade years, and Gwen Romeo showed me how much I could push myself in the classroom the past two years.” l

MHS athletes named to Academic All-State Teams

By Liisa London Mecham

Twelve Morgan High athletes who participated in spring sports were named to their sport’s respective Academic All-State teams during the month of May. Each student-athlete was recognized with a certificate

from the Utah High School Activities Association and The Deseret News.

UHSAA Executive Director Ryan Cuff stated, “With over 100,000 students participating in high school activities, this award is the most prestigious honor the UHSAA presents to senior students.” Students earning this award must be

seniors and have a 4.0 unweighted GPA or index score that combines GPA and ACT/SAT scores to qualify.

Morgan’s twelve athletes represent six different spring sports and hours of study and practice.

Boys’ Soccer: Samuel Edwards, Parker Stephenson, Rory Williams

Softball: Tess Polad

Boys’ Track: Rhett Nye

Girls’ Track: Clara Compton, Jayden Limb, Lucy Tripp

Baseball: Jonathan “JJ” Compton

Tennis: Benjamin Hadley, Benjamin Nichols, Benjamin Poll l

THE 2023 STATE-CHAMPIONSHIP TRACK TEAMS were on hand to celebrate their teammates as Gordon and Weiers declared their future schools.

GRACE GORDON, LEFT, AND ALEXIS WEIERS, right signed to run track collegiately at Colorado State University and Black Hills State University, respectively, on May 22, 2023.

GORDON AND WEIERS POSE with their Morgan High track coaches after signing to continue their track careers. Photos courtesy of Brennen Fuller

EDUCATION

MGES hires long time MCSD employee, Ramona Martin, to take over as principal

By Verlene Johnson

Ramona Martin grew up in Kerman, California, a small farm town right outside of Fresno, CA. When she was in 10th grade she moved to Phoenix, Ariz. After graduating from Cortez High School in Phoenix, Ariz. Martin attended Lubbock Christian University in Lubbock, Texas on a volleyball scholarship. She went on to earn her Bachelor of Science in Education/ HPE from Georgia State University in Atlanta, Ga.

In addition, Martin has two master's degrees, one in Educational Leadership from Western Governors University and another in Curriculum and Instruction from York College in York, Nebraska.

Martin started her teaching ca -

reer 23 years ago teaching Physical Education in Georgia for eight years before moving to Utah to teach PE and Health for 12 years at Morgan Middle School. She then worked for three years teaching PE and Health at Mountain Green Middle School.

“I have always loved learning and I love to watch other people learn,” said Martin.” It's an amazing career and I get a great amount of personal reward by helping people.” Martin said she loves how it feels to be a part of someone's life while they are learning. “Middle School students are so creative, funny, resourceful, and smart. Every day is a good day!”

After three years of teaching at MGMS, Martin became the Instructional Coach at MGMS. The job entailed her evaluating teachers and giving them feedback, coordinating

training for teachers and staff and year end testing. Martin was also involved in hiring news teachers and staff.

With the retirement of Mountain Green Elementary principal, Heidi Andreasen, Martin will begin her administrative career on July 1 as the new MGES Principal. “If felt like the next natural step to my educational career,” commented Martin, who is looking forward to this new adventure.

Martin has two children who she says are amazing people, and they have given her four grandchildren that she loves so dearly. “These are my people and they are the best part of my life,” she commented.

In her spare time, Martin loves to travel and is always looking forward to her next adventure. l

A message from Morgan’s Seminary teachers

We would love to have your student join us for Summer Seminary!

Classes will be held every Wednesday of the summer from 10am until 11am at the Morgan Seminary (across the street from Morgan High).

Summer Seminary provides a great opportunity for your son or daughter to increase their reliance on and conversion to the Savior Jesus Christ during the summer months. There is no cost, and ALL youth

14-18 are welcome (visiting cousins, friends of other faiths, siblings, etc). We especially would love to see the incoming Freshmen attend this summer as a way to overcome any anxiety they may have about seminary and high school. Aside from the deeper conversion to Jesus Christ and His restored gospel, it is also a great way for them to make or maintain friendships with other righteous teens in the valley. The class ends around 11am followed by a chance to socialize after

Students excel in math taking the Trig-Star test

class (often with treats and games). The lesson each week will center on one particular aspect of the 'Come, Follow Me' Curriculum for the week, so please invite your student bring their scriptures when they come.

Note: Summer Seminary is provided to give the youth of our valley a chance for a spiritual mid-week boost during the summer months. The youth are free to come to as many classes as they are able but there is no credit requirement or expectation. That said, if

your student needs seminary make-up work, each Summer Seminary class session will make-up 2 absences. We would love it if you would help us spread the word to your friends, ward members, etc.

The Morgan Utah Seminary Faculty (John Heywood, Jason Rudd, Cade Richins, Janet Randall, and Travis Winkler). l

By Ethan Hoffmann

The Trig-Star test is an exam sponsored by the Profession Land Surveyor Council and it is held at Morgan High School each year. This year the test was given on April 24. The program is designed to invite students to consider the profession of a land surveyor. Land surveying is a profession that has slowly declined over the years; this means that more people are closer to retirement than there are new surveyors interested in joining the team. As a result, there are many job opportunities for students who might enjoy being land surveyors after graduation.

The program requires a land surveyor to talk to the students about the profession and then administer a test to interested individuals a few months later. The top three students with the highest scores will receive cash prizes. In addition, their test scores will compete against each other and within the state to identify the top student. At that point, the students may have the opportunity to compete nationally.

As the name suggests, the Trig-Star Test consists mainly of trigonometry problems. During the exam, participants will solve for the sides and angles of triangles by using the ratios sine, cosine, and tangent. In addition, multiple practice tests are available online to provide students with a chance to practice and study

for the event.

This year first place winner was senior, Lucy Tripp. Lucy was the MHS 2023 Sterling Scholar for Math also winning in Region. She took BC Calculus as a junior and scored a five. Lucy scored perfect on her ACT. She was a finalist for the National Merit Scholar because of her high pSAT score. She received the National Merit Institutional Scholarship through Brigham Young University where she plans to study Applied Math. She won $200 for first place in the Trig-Star test.

Junior Preston Johnson, came in second place receiving $100. Taking the test as a freshman he came in third place and was disappointed they didn’t offer the test his sophomore year. Preston has always had an aptitude for math, realizing at a young age it come easy to him. Preston hopes to be able to take the test once again his senior year. Unsure of a future career, he knows that math can be used in any number of occupations he chooses.

Freshman, Violet Webster, received $50 for coming in third place. Being the only freshman taking the test this year, Violet had not had the opportunity for take trigonometry, so she taught herself through YouTube videos. She was able to self pace herself in eighth grade math which resulted in her completing ninth grade math before entering high school. She too is also searching for a profession that involves math. l

FIFTH GENERATION GRADUATES

RAMONA MARTIN

(FROM LEFT TO RIGHT) PRESTON JOHNSON, Lucy Tripp, and Violet Webster with their medals. Courtesy photo

Jenna Windley and Ian Wilde are second cousins graduating with the Class of 2023. They are fifth generation in the Wilde/Fry family line to graduate from Morgan High School. (Great grandchildren of Reed and Camille Wilde.)

Courtesy photo

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People say they wish they’d had their grandkids first, but you can’t appreciate the ease of grandchildren without first swimming through the shark-infested sewer that is parenthood. The sleepless nights, the face-wrinkling worry and the gut-clenching idea that you’ve messed your kids up forever is all forgotten when you become a grandparent.

Most Wednesdays, my four youngest grandkids come over after school to play games, make crafts, eat popsicles and cause random chaos. At 11, 7, 6 and 2, they’re young enough to still find me entertaining, but they also expect me to die at any moment because, at 54, I’m unbelievably old.

The 7 and 6-year-old granddaughters team up immediately, take their usual blood oath (“I solemnly swear that I am up to no good”), then disappear for a while.

My 11-year-old grandson tries to teach me his newest Kung Fu moves while the 2-year-old crawls out the doggie door into the backyard.

As I practice my jabs and leg sweeps, and corral the 2yo back into the house, the 6yo and 7yo discuss how to creep into the attic through an

A second chance

BY PERI KINDER

opening in the pantry ceiling. They opt for Plan A which has them scaling pantry shelves to get into the crawl space. When I foil that idea, it’s back to the drawing board.

Now, the 2yo is missing. I send the girls to look outside and the grandson to hunt downstairs. Earlier, I’d closed my office door so she couldn’t get in, but I find her hiding under my desk, happily listening to us search for her.

While the 11yo beats me at Rack-O, I see the two girls mosey into the garage for Plan B. They look suspicious, so I follow and listen to them figure out how to carry the ladder into the pantry.

WEDDING

their earlier strategies. I get out the paints, rubber stamps and crayons and distract them with a craft project.

The 2yo is missing. I find her in the backyard, throwing Jedi’s balls down the window well. Jedi stares down at her favorite ball and looks at me like, “I guess you’re climbing into that spider-infested hole to get my squeaky ball.”

Zack Ferrin & Lauren Adams

Zack Ferrin and Lauren Adams will be sealed in the Ogden Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Saturday, June 3, 2023 with Brother John Porter officiating.

Zack is the son of Justin and Aimee Ferrin of Morgan and the grandson of Mark and Lauri Robinson (Porterville) and Rex and Joan Durrant Ferrin. He

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Lauren is the daughter of Deanne Adams and Ben Adams. She attended Bonneville High School.

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“Nope,” I say, as they jump 20 feet into the air.

“We’re just getting popsicles,” one of them says. They scurry to the freezer and make a big show of picking out the perfect popsicle before going back inside to resume planning.

The 2yo is missing. After a brief search, I find her sitting behind the recliner, eating Milk-Bones with our dog Jedi.

While the 11-year-old wins Yahtzee for the third time in a row, I notice the two girls whispering on the couch. They’re on to Plan C: looking for materials to build a ladder since I foiled

I gather everyone for dinner (only the 11yo eats) before realizing the 2yo is missing. I don’t have to look far. She’s in the hall, coloring the wall with a purple crayon. About this time, my husband gets home from work to find me washing crayon off the wall.

“Why weren’t you watching her?” he asks, like I’d encouraged the toddler to create a lavender mural in the hall. I respond by pouring a tablespoon of antifreeze in his Diet Coke.

Although my Wednesday nights are a bit scattered, I’m in no rush for these kids to get older. I’ve learned how fast children grow up and I don’t want to waste a single minute with them. Even better, these evenings are a lifeline to my daughters who are swimming that shark-infested sewer of parenthood.

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Zhenya is looking for a home of her own

Zhenya is a super sweet pup who loves to play and loves getting attention. At just over a year old she's at the perfect age to grow with you and give lots of love!

Zhenya came to us as a mama dog with a litter of puppies. Her pups have all grown up and found homes, but Zhenya is still looking for a home of her very own. She is a super sweet lady and would love to spend her time cuddling with you and playing with toys.

Zhenya is available for adoption with Animal Care of Davis County. Give us a call at 801-444-2200 or email us at adoption@co.davis.ut.us to meet Zhenya and take her home!  Morgan School District Board of Education Public Notice

Pursuant to Utah Code 52-4-102 the Board hereby gives notice of an open meeting to be convened as outlined below. The Board may move into a closed meeting for discussion of specifics as outlined in Utah Code 52-4-205.

A video/audio recording of the meeting will be available at www.morgansd.org the following day.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, individuals needing special accommodations during the meeting should notify the Superintendent at least two working days prior to the meeting.

Date: June 13, 2023

Location: Morgan Board of Education Building, 67 North 200 East, Morgan, UT Regular Meeting: 5:00 p.m.

I. Welcome: Board President Gaylene Adams

II. Consent Agenda: Agenda, Minutes, Personnel, Financial Expendi tures, Reconciliation Reports

III. Public Comment*

IV. District Administration Reports

a. Morgan Adult Education Graduates

V. Discussion Items

a. Budget 2024

b. Superintendent and Business Administrator Contracts

c. Policy ECH Curriculum: Sex Education

d. Salary and Negotiation Committee Recommendation

VI. Action Items

a. Homeschool Approvals

b. AAA Bloodborne Pathogens; Literacy Curriculum

c. Salary and Negotiation Committee Recommendation

VII. Board Member Reports

VIII. Advanced Planning for Upcoming Events

a. No July Board Meeting

b. Next Meeting August 8, 2023, 5 p.m.

c. Truth in Taxation August 8, 2023, 7 p.m.

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I X. Adjournment Budget Hearing 7:00 p.m.

Gaylene C. Adams, Board President

*Individuals wishing to address the Board during the Public Comment portion of the meeting should contact the Superintendent at 801-829-3411 by 2:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to be recognized on the agenda. Those speaking must provide name, city of residence, and topic. Three-minute time limit. Patrons may also share comments with board members via email at www.morgansd.org.

Published June 2, 2023, June 9, 2023

Croydon

VIN inspection (4), Extra patrol (4).

Enterprise

Susp person IP (2), Warrant (3).

Milton

Reckless driver (2), Natural gas leak (3), Assist fire department (1).

Morgan

Motorist Assist (15), Keep the peace (3), Reckless driver (4), Extra patrol (8), Fireworks (4), 17D fall (2), Damage property (3), 30Z traumatic (2), Welfare check (9), Drug violation (3), Animal control (4), Welfare check (9), Suicide threat (3), Water problem (4), Premises check (8), Traffic stop (9), Burglary alarm (2), Parking problem (4), Message police (6), Assist (18), Susp circumstance (3), Animal bite (4), Neighbor disturbance (3), House check (3), Follow up (4), Pedestrian (1), Shuttle (4), 11D choking (2), VIN inspection (4), Disturbance (2), Hit confirm (1), Juvenile disturbance (3), Medical assist (3).

Mountain Green

Extra patrol (4), Info law (4), Family disturbance (2), Traffic stop (16), Follow up (6), 29B Traffic Acc 2 (2), Trespassing IP (1), Susp circumstance (6), Noise disturbance (3).

Monday Stars on Mars

(13) KSTU 7 p.m.

This series premiere finds William Shatner telling celebrities to boldly go where no celebrity has gone before by spending a summer on “Mars.” They must colonize, compete and conquer their new galaxy until there is just one “celebronaut” left standing.

Barons

(30) KUCW 9 p.m.

A group of best friends chase their sunsoaked surfing dreams and discover that even in paradise there is rivalry, greed and ambition in this new Australian drama series, set in the 1970s. Ben O’Toole, Lincoln Younes and Jillian Nguyen star.

Cruel Summer FREE 10 p.m.

In this season premiere, a small-town computer genius Megan (Sadie Stanley) resents the arrival of outgoing and mysterious foreign exchange student Isabella (Eloise Payet). But little does she know how her life will change by the next summer.

Tuesday

Hot Wheels: Ultimate Challenge

(5) KSL 9 p.m.

Sixteen contestants compete to transform their cars into the life-sized Hot Wheels of their dreams in the hopes of winning a life-changing cash prize — and seeing their creation made into a Hot Wheels die-cast toy that anyone can buy.

Gotham Knights

(30) KUCW 9 p.m.

Shocking information is revealed when Duela (Olivia Rose Keegan) has a birthday reunion with her mom. Stephanie (Anna Lore) is at odds with Harper (Fallon Smythe) when she is forced to choose between her family and the Knights.

Wednesday

Nancy Drew

(30) KUCW 8 p.m.

In this series’ fourth and final season, Nancy Drew (Kennedy McMann) launches a new investigation to find a group of missing bodies from the cemetery. In this episode, Nancy is holding back and Ace (Alex Saxon) presses her for information about the curse.

Mayans M.C.

FX 11 p.m.

Ezekiel “EZ” Reyes (JD Pardo), a Mayans M.C. member, grapples with his past and knowledge about his mother’s murder. EZ and his brother Angel (Clayton Cardenas) grow closer and EZ’s quest for

Peterson

Traffic stop (2), 17D fall (2), Damage property (6), Medical assist (1).

Porterville

Fraud (6), Animal control (4), Traffic hazard (2).

Round Valley

Susp vehicle (3), Traffic stop (1), Juvenile disturbance (3).

Other county calls:

Taggart: (2) Out with Pedestrian

Calls on I84:

Assist Other Jurisdiction (1)

Assist with Traffic Accident (2)

Medical Assist (1)

Motorist Assist (2)

Out with Pedestrian (1)

Suspicious Person (1)

Traffic Stops (7)

Trappers Loop (1)

Total Calls: 111

Arrests:

A LOOK BACK

Morgan Co. 4-H Club boys to make trip

Saturday, Sept. 5, the 4-H club boys of Morgan County will make a trip to Salt Lake and Ogden to go through some of the large dairy plants of the State. The group will leave Morgan at 8 a.m. and go to the Weber Central Dairy in Ogden where they will see how market milk is handled and also see the manufacture of powdered milk.

Fifty Morgan students to attend Weber

Approximately fifty students from Moran County will attend school at the Weber College in Ogden this season,

May 19-26 IT TECHNICIAN

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5/23/23: Male, 40, Morgan UT, Intentional Abuse or Neglect of Vulnerable Adult, Threat of Violence (2 counts), Intoxication, Disorderly Conduct Fighting/Violent Tumultuous Behavior

5/24/23: Male, 47, Mountain Green UT, Purchase, Transfer, Possess, Use of a Firearm by Restricted Person, Assault, Child Abuse Injury/Reckless, Domestic Violence in the Presence of a Child (2 counts)

TELEVISION GUIDE

justice pushes him toward an unforeseen path.

Thursday

Judge Steve Harvey

(4) KTVX 7 p.m.

Comedian Steve Harvey returns to take on the role of justice in the courtroom in the Season 2 premiere of the unscripted series. Using his own life experiences and comedic flair, he deals with a multitude of interesting cases and characters.

The Blacklist

(5) KSL 7 p.m.

In a new episode from the final season, former most-wanted fugitive Raymond “Red” Reddington (James Spader) works alongside the FBI to track and catch his blacklist of mobsters, spies and international terrorists. Diego Klattenhoff also stars.

Friday 2023 NBA Finals

(4) KTVX 6:30 p.m.

Unlike last year, Seth Curry might be siting in the stands this time around. The professional basketball season inches closer to finding its rightful champion with Game 4 of the 2023 NBA Finals. This is the last guaranteed game of the tournament.

The Great American Joke Off

(30) KUCW 9:30 p.m.

This knee-slapping new comedy series celebrates gags, wisecracks and the art of telling a great joke. Featured comics Joe List, Mark Normand, and others, crack as many jokes as possible before host Dulcé Sloan decides which team is the funniest.

Saturday Mary J. Blige’s Real Love

LIFE 6 p.m.

College freshman Kendra (Anion Alexus) is determined to keep things professional with her classmate, Ben (Da’Vinchi). But despite financial hardships and an unexpected pregnancy, they

Monday

(13) KSTU 8 p.m.

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fall hard for each other in this premiering romance movie.

Inspiring America: The 2023 Inspiration List

(5) KSL 7 p.m.

This new special honors extraordinary individuals who have made an impact on those around them during the last year by reminding us of the healing power of community, connection and caring in a world filled with challenges and division.

The Last Deal STARZ 10 p.m.

Black market marijuana dealer Vince is living the high life in Los Angeles, but everything changes when new laws pass making cannabis legal. With limited dispensary licenses available, Vince may be squeezed out of the business. He’s desperate to make one final score, but borrows money from the wrong people.

Sunday 2023 Roland-Garros Tennis

(5) KSL 7 a.m.

If you love the look of red clay on tennis whites, be sure to tune into the Men’s Final of the French Open airing live from Roland Garros Stadium in Paris. Injuries have played a major role this year, but the clay demands excellence.

The 76th Annual Tony Awards

(2) KUTV 6 p.m.

From “Ain’t No Mo” to “Some Like It Hot,” there’s a lot to like about the nominees in this year’s Tony Awards. Best Performance nominees also include familiar names such as Jessica Chastain, Sara Bareilles, Josh Groban, and more. Ariana DeBose hosts.

Fear the Walking Dead

AMC 7 p.m.

A new episode airs, following the journey of Alicia Clark (Alycia DebnamCarey) and her fellow survivors, now living within the walls of PADRE, seven years past the events of Season 7. Together, they must fight the clock and PADRE’s strongest forces.

August 27, 1931

according to plans now. A modern, up to date Didge bus is being purchased to transport the students to and from school. The bus will run daily from Morgan to Ogden.

Plans about perfect for Morgan County's biggest and best fair

The committee on special attractions for the Morgan County Fair which will be held at Morgan Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, September 10,11, and 12, have announced the obtaining of a number of new attractions during the past week, chief of which is boxing and wrestling carnival which is scheduled for 8 p.m., Sept. 11.

Celebrity Profile

By Dana Simpson TV Media

While “Don’t call it a comeback!” is a phrase bounced about quite a bit in sports and entertainment, sometimes “comeback” is the most accurate phrase to use. Despite the fact that actor Robert Carlyle’s career never went anywhere, his 1997 “Full Monty” character, Gary (a.k.a. “Gaz”), definitely did disappear for a while. However, 25 years later, Gaz and the lads are back at it again, and this time they’re making a series worth of content.

Premiering Wednesday, June 14, on Hulu, FX’s “The Full Monty” is an eight-episode reboot of the 1997 film about a group of six steel workers in Sheffield, England, who lose their jobs and form a male stripping troupe in order to pay the bills. As their new endeavor progresses and the friends gain more cash and confidence, their female audience encourages them to go fully nude, otherwise known as — you guessed it! — a “full monty.” This new series sees Carlyle return as Gaz alongside, among others, Mark Addy (“A Knight’s Tale,” 2001) as Dave and Tom Wilkinson (“The Grand Budapest Hotel,” 2014) as Gerald.

While not a Sheffield native in real life, Carlyle does call the U.K. home. Born April 14, 1961, in the Glasgow, Scotland, suburb of Maryhill, Caryle’s parents were of the working class. His mother, a bus company worker named Elizabeth, factors very little into Carlyle’s life as she left when he was four years old and he was then raised by his father, a painter and decorator named Joseph. The Glasgow of Carlyle’s childhood was a relatively tough place, and the actor recalls lots of “back streets” and “dark alleys.”

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