Kaysville/Centerville Journal | December 2022

When Steve Hendricks re tired in 2018 from music education, after teaching in Davis County high schools for 30 years, composer Benjamin Taylor was commissioned to create a piece to play at Hendricks’ retirement party. Nearly 100 of Hendricks’ former students showed up to per form the composition.

Scott Newman was one of those students who joined the reunion band for Hendricks. “It turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve made because I had such a good time. It was a reunion for a lot of us and getting to sit with Mr. Hendricks again was so much fun. I started asking around about starting a community band.”

He kept hoping someone would get the band organized but nothing happened. So, Newman decided to do it himself. The Har monic Winds met for the first time in the Kaysville Library in Febru ary 2022 and it’s only grown from

there.

Newman said he’s learned to run a nonprofit, raise money, find rehearsal space, gather people to gether and write grants. He spent the last year working to get people to believe in the vision of a com munity band, and he asked Hen dricks to be the music director.

“Hopefully we can grow it and develop a community pres ence,” Hendricks said. “It’s some thing that all those people who played in high school or college, who don’t have an avenue for their instrument, now have a place to go. And I think we’ve discovered a lot of people who want to play.

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@davisjournal.com

The Harmonic Winds community ensemble features musicians from around Davis County. It’s led by Steve Hendricks, a music education teacher of more than 30 years. Photo courtesy of Harmonic Winds

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.

Comcast celebrates the launch of SheMoney’s Spend program

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

When ComcastRISE was launched to support wom en-owned small businesses, Comcast committed $1 billion to programs that would affect 50 million people. ComcastRISE, which stands for Representation, Investment, Strength and Empowerment, helps business owners get access to tools and funding they need to thrive.

In early November, Comcast sponsored the opening of SheMoney’s Spend program, inviting conscious consumerism to support women+ business owners in their wealth creation journey.

SheMoney, a content platform dedicated to financial eq uity, is a sister brand to ShePlace, a network designed to help members build social capital through resource sharing and op portunities for worldwide collaboration.

Madison Limansky, COO of ShePlace, worked in the fash ion industry and production for 17 years. After receiving a de gree in gender studies from the University of Utah, it changed her perception of the fashion world and she revolutionized the way companies approach representation through media cam paigns.

Limansky joined forces with ShePlace founder Jacki Zeh ner to build a program that takes networking to a new level, with a focus on collaborative success.

“We believe that social capital is a crucial ingredient to financial success. What we want to do at ShePlace is provide digital and in-person space where people can connect in a way that goes beyond industry and socioeconomic status,” Liman sky said. “Research shows when looking at what makes a com munity vibrant for upward mobility, what’s most important is friendships that connects people across a socioeconomic spec trum.”

ShePlace is a network where individuals and groups can share opportunities and challenges and have the opportunity to coordinate efforts. Approximately 70% of ShePlace members are based in Utah, but the platform includes women+ from 28 states and 13 countries. It encompasses nonbinary or gender flu id individuals and is intentionally inclusive of people that don’t identify on the binary spectrum.

The SheMoney brand gives women the ability to learn about and control financial resources. While money can’t buy happiness, it can help provide resources like access to counsel ing services, fitness classes, networking opportunities and more.

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SheMoney delves into the actions a person can take with mon ey. Whether it’s spending, saving, investing, protecting, giving, borrowing or earning, SheMoney offers women a chance to un derstand and control their financial security.

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Spend is the first targeted focus of the SheMoney platform and brings together 70 small business owners across 10 catego ries, including business services, art, food, beauty and health. SheMoney hopes to inspire conscious spending and intentional support for women+ owned businesses and create social change.

“We started with Spend because it’s something everyone can participate in immediately,” she said. “If we spent every dollar in a more intentional way to support women and people

of color, that could make a huge impact in the financial land scape of Utah.”

Historically, Utah has been a difficult place for women economically but the Spend experiment could be the first step toward addressing change in a healthy, long-term way.

“We hope to be an aggregator of the resources readily available to business owners,” Limansky said. “It’s about eco nomic connectedness among the business owners and accessing resources like knowing which type of capital is most effective for your business, or understanding when is it time to grow and scale your business.

“Comcast not only provided a cash sponsorship for the launch event, they also provided a lot of photo and video cov erage for this event. That was such an extraordinary gift and an asset to us as a small company just getting started.”

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At a launch party in November, sponsored by Comcast, SheMoney launched its Spend program to support women+ business owners. Photo courtesy of The Ahfuas

Catalyst students help veterans tell their story

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—The sacri fice the men and women in the military have given to keep the na tion free is sometimes forgotten. The Veterans History Project is a way to remember and the students at the Davis Catalyst Center are helping in the effort to preserve those stories.

Congressman Blake Moore is partnering with the Library of Congress to archive veterans’ ex periences and protect their stories for generations to come. The Cat alyst Center is providing the au dio/visual equipment and students to create these interviews.

“Congressman Blake Moore came to visit us,” said Natalie Stromberg, Catalyst Business Development Coordinator. “He asked us to work as business partners. The kids learn technical skills but they’re hearing cool vet erans’ stories as well. It’s tender to both hear and see the veterans.”

Moore’s office sets up the veterans who come but if students have a veteran they know they can do an interview too, she said. “Blake interviewed his dad here. It’s kind of overwhelming for the veterans but it’s empowering. It gives them a sense of reality and they feel important.”

The interviews can go up to four hours, said Stromberg. “But we let them talk as long as they want to.”

Professional interviewers sit down with the veteran and en courage them to talk about their life and service, she said. “They receive training at the Layton Li brary and some are from Weber State.”

The students also make straight videos of the interview

and make them into a documenta ry for the family, Stromberg said. “The audio/visual team works on that and mixes it up to get good quality.”

“We have a pool of volun teers to help with the interviews,” said Anthony Coombs, veteran affairs for Congress Blake Moore. “They have an oral history train ing in early October. They do a pre-interview with the veteran and then the Catalyst Center records the actual interview.”

Coombs said the Catalyst is a great partner. “There is no funding so an organization like this is what makes it possible.”

Veteran William Huber took part in the project. Huber served during the U.S. Panamanian trans fer in the signal core. His father and grandfather served in the military and set the example of service. “I have a Civil War rifle and other memorabilia,” said Hu ber during his interview. “My dad never talked about the war even though they were in the thick of things.”

Huber said one time his dad and uncle had gone into the den and he was in there just listening. “I was about 12 or 13 years old. My dad started opening up about things he’d never talked about. His unit had been put on R&R in France when they were called to active duty. There were no trucks available so they had to walk. It took over 100 miles in less than three days to get to the Front.”

When they got there they engaged with the enemy, he said. “They found a bunch of GIs that had been lined up against a wall and shot. They found that some of them had survived so they evacu

ated them to get medical support. The Germans were slaughtering people.”

Huber grew up during the Vietnam conflict and was living near where protests were taking place. “I was in high school and I didn’t have an appreciation for what was going on. That’s when they instituted the draft. We had to either take gym or join the ROTC. I was selected to receive one of their scholarships which meant I had to serve for four years in the military. I decided that it would be better to do that and have more control over my life and my fam ily had stepped up to the plate to serve their country.”

Huber is one of 18 interviews that Catalyst students have done. “We started at the beginning of the semester and we’ll continue to in terview throughout the year,” said Stromberg. “The students have learned so much. It’s been a cool opportunity for them.”

Syracuse High senior Cam eron Kohler works on the video

side of the project at the Catalyst. “Audio sets up the mics and we do the camera set up,” he said. “We get to edit them and then send them (Moore’s office) the edited footage.”

“We get to hear their stories,” said Jack Neese, a senior at Syr acuse High. “One veteran told us about something that happened by chance that saved his life. He was supposed to get aboard a jeep but he had the feeling he should take the ferry. Later that night the jeep was destroyed. They all share dif ferent experiences and we hear the ways the vets have gone through what they have.”

Cooper Christensen works on the video recording during the interviews. “I get close up shots and work the main camera,” he said. “I really enjoy it. It’s super interesting to hear their stories.”

“It’s opened my eyes 100 percent,” said Kohler. “It’s good to hear their experiences and what they lived through in their every day lives. I appreciate that.”l

“It provides an outlet. I’ve had people come up after rehearsal and thank me, almost every week. One of them said, ‘This is so won derful, I get to go to rehearsal and my husband gets to watch the kids.’ They’re just having a great time.”

Harmonic Winds meets for rehearsals ev ery Wednesday from 7:30-9:30 p.m. at Bridge Community Church in Centerville (1284 W. 75 North). Interested musicians over the age of 18 are invited to attend to get a feel for the group.

Currently, the ensemble has lots of flute players but is looking for other instruments in cluding tuba, bass clarinet, baritone saxophone

and bassoon. Musicians are asked to commit to attending several rehearsals to see if the group is a good fit.

“We want everybody to know about us and we want everyone to feel they can come and play,” Newman said. “If anything, if you’re not sure, just come hang out with us at rehearsal. It doesn’t hurt to spend one night and reconnect to something that could bring you joy.”

Hendricks, who was awarded the “Superi or Accomplishment” award and the “Outstand ing High School Music Educator” award from the Utah Music Educators Association, and who was inducted into the Utah Music Educa

tors Association in 2021, wants to expand the focus of Harmonic Winds to include musicians from across Davis County.

The ensemble’s first performance, a Pres ident’s Day concert, will be held Friday, Feb. 17 at Davis High School (325 S. Main St.) in Kaysville. Visit HarmonicWindsofUtah.org for information on the concert and rehearsals.

“That moment when we had our first re hearsal it finally felt real, after a year’s work of work,” Newman said. “It’s like the saying, if you build it, it will come. Everything fell into place. It’s been exciting for us.” l

Anthony Combs with Congressman Blake Moore’s office, interviews veteran William Huber at the Davis Catalyst Center for the Veterans History Project. Students at the school do all of the audio/video production. Photo by Becky Ginos

Marching bands find success at state, national competitions

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

ST. GEORGE—Davis County schools had a good show ing at the Red Rock State Band competition in St. George Nov. 4 and also competed in Bands of America (BOA), a national contest against other schools in surrounding states.

Davis High finished second in the 6A division at state and took second place overall in the BOA competition. Farming ton High finished in fourth place at state in the 6A division and ninth in BOA. Viewmont also competed in state, taking 13th place in the 5A division.

“We have continued to improve our show,” said Da vis High Marching Band Director Michael Crookston. “Our theme is ‘Crescendo to the End,’ a musical nod.”

In some of the shows we placed fifth in state, he said. “We continue to get better and make changes in production to make sure the show is something we’re content with. We’re in a very competitive division. At BOA we were close to winning the whole thing.”

During the BOA performance, the band had a technical sound problem that caused a delay. “It’s something you al ways worry about,” said Crookston. “But we continue to learn and get better. It’s tough for the kids because they’re sitting out there as instruments get cold wondering what’s going on.”

They learn what a live show is, he said. “There are vari ables that you don’t know about. If you respond with a clear mind you will be rewarded for it.”

The band has 154 members on the field, Crookston said. “That’s about on par with last year. Six years ago we had well over 200 but we lost some when Farmington High opened. That’s what it has historically been but this is a healthy size group.” l

Kaysville and Farmington Fire BFF’s Forever

Earlier

this summer the Farmington City Council gifted the Kaysville City Council hoodies that read “Kaysville & Farmington, BFFs Forever” to show that there were no hard feelings after Farmington began providing fire coverage to their neigh bors to the east.

From the Kaysville City, Utah Face book page, “We tried taking a stab at the Kaysville Fire Department’s terrible pho

toshopping skills to show off the hoodies, but instead ended up with this well-crafted picture. Kaysville Fire Department, this pho toshopping thing isn’t that hard. Anyway… we appreciate the kind gesture from our neighbors to the south, and we will indeed remain Best Friends Forever as we work to gether to provide great communities to live and work in central Davis County.” Photo courtesy of KFD l

The Davis High School Marching Band performs at the Red Rock State Band Competition in St. George last weekend. The band took second place in the state 6A division and finished second in the BOA competition. Photo by Hayley Lindeman

Hunt steps into firefighters’ shoes

By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

City Councilmember Abbi Hunt was sworn in and hit the ground running in January 2022. Through her service she has already shown a commitment to Kaysville, its residents and its employees.

Recently, Hunt took time out of her day to ride along with the Fire Department “A” Shift. The crew was able to show her a lit tle of what they do, including running her through a cardiac arrest evolution.

Hunt also accepted the challenge of completing the Fire Department annual physical agility test, a strenuous physical agility course done in full firefighter turnout gear that must be completed in less than six minutes. Hunt completed it in an impressive four minutes and 14 seconds. Fire Chief Paul Erickson was quick to note that “Hunt was able to beat City Manager Shayne Scott’s time on the physical agility test.”

“Thanks so much for letting me come along with you and showing me the ropes,” said Hunt. “That test was HARD” and post ed a picture showing just one aspect of the test undertaken by emergency responders each year. Hunt said she is absolutely in awe of everything they know and do on a daily basis. l

Kaysville Councilmember Abbi Hunt takes part in a cardiac arrest scenario. Hunt joined the Fire Depart ment on a ride along and saw first hand what they do. Courtesy photo

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By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

On April 15, 2022, at approximately 2 a.m., reports were received about a wrong-way driver who entered I-15, travel ing northbound in the southbound lanes in Davis County. The driver traveled from Salt Lake City to Farmington in the HOV lane.

Kaysville police officers, along with Utah Highway Patrol and local agencies respond ed to the call. Kaysville officers responded to assist in preventing the driver from coming into Kaysville City limits and worked with UHP Troopers to ensure all other drivers were safe and get this driver stopped. The vehicle was traveling at speeds as high as 82 mph.

Officer Delos Santos signed into work that night knowing it was the one-year an niversary of his police academy graduation. What he did not know was that he would be saving lives during that shift. As the vehicle headed straight toward him, Santos was able to safely perform an intervention maneuver with his vehicle. He rammed the driver’s right rear corner, causing the vehicle to spin out of danger and forcing the wrong-way driver to stop. The vehicle was disabled. After further investigation, the driver was arrested for DUI. Testing revealed his blood alcohol level was four times the legal limit. Both the driver and Santos were uninjured

but taken to the hospital as a precaution.

Fortunately, the roads were not busy, and this incident did not end in a tragic crash. Santos undoubtedly saved lives that day with his quick thinking and heroic actions. He was recently honored at the 2022 Depart

ment of Public Services Awards Banquet and awarded the Medal of Valor for his efforts in this incident.

The City Council also recently honored Santos as the “Employee of the Quarter” at its November Council meeting. l

Officer Delos Santos was awarded the Medal of Valor for his heroic actions stopping a wrong-way driver. Courtesy photo

Mayor and City Council attend Utah League of Cities and Towns Conference

By Cindi Mansell | c.mansell@mycityjournals.com

The Utah League of Cities and Towns was formed in 1907. Currently, it serves 248 cit ies and towns in the State of Utah. The League serves diverse needs, including providing train ing, technical assistance, coordinating between cities and representing cities at the state level. For example, when legislation is proposed, the league takes a position based on feedback received. They represent cities and towns and present before the Legislature and to lawmak ers to advocate and help them understand the direct impacts of proposed legislation.

Mayor Tami Tran and members of the City Council recently attended the Utah League of Cities and Towns (ULCT) Conference. This event is an annual gathering geared toward training local government leaders. The coun cil members were able to attend trainings on a broad range of topics ranging from land use to the first amendment, as well as how to run better meetings, budgeting, and more. League business was also conducted during the meet ings.

Mayor Tran was elected to the Board of the Utah League of Cities and Towns to serve a two-year term (she previously served one year by filling a mid-term vacancy). As a board member, Tran attends League Policy Commit tee (LPC) meetings that are held weekly during the legislative session and as needed. These are

public meetings for the group to make recom mendations to the ULCT Board and that board in turn makes recommendations to the Legis lature.

As a Board member, Tran is also able to reach out to other cities that do not have as much representation because it is more difficult to attend (due to staffing or remote location) the LPC meetings. She can address their issues and concerns and take those back to the board for discussion. She also advocates the value of the league in that they are dependent on city and

county participation; their memberships fund league activities and provide money for them to operate.

Tran has a reputation as someone who gets things done and brings people together; serving on the ULCT Board is just one example.

“I have attended the League Conference for the past three years and they just get better

every time,”Tran said.

They have incredible speakers, and great meetings where similar-sized cities discuss similar challenges, she said. “The League is a great advocate for municipal government and ensuring they are aware of potential legisla tion.” l

Mayor Tami Tran with former ULCT President and South Jordan Mayor Dawn Ramsey.

Fire Chief Richard Picciotto with Tran. Picciotto was in one of the towers during 911 and was a confer ence speaker. Photos courtesy of Tami Tran

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Davis County receives prestigious awards for Memorial Courthouse renovation

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

FARMINGTON—After two years of painstaking work to restore the Memorial Courthouse to its former 1932 glory, those involved have been recognized with three prestigious awards. Davis County received the 2022 Community Stewardship Award, the Renovation/Restoration Award from the Association of General Contractors of Utah and the Renovation/Restoration Award for Utah Construction & Design Magazine’s Most Outstanding Projects for 2022.

“It’s great being recognized,” said Lane Rose, Davis County Director Facilities Man agement. “Not just for preservation but for the general contractor. Hogan Construction applied and with a project of this nature –we’re a shoe in for those.”

The courthouse has gone through sever al renovations since it was built in 1890 and has been remodeled multiple times, Rose said. “In 1890 it was a Victorian red brick building. In 1930 they took off the roof and knocked down a couple of walls and built around it,” making it a courthouse within a courthouse.

In 1958 and 1979 additions to the court house were made. The recent renovation re moved those additions, renovated the origi nal historic 1930s section and exposed brick from the original 1890 courthouse.

A major part of the renovation was bringing it up to seismic code, said Rose. “We had to shore up the walls of the founda tion to standard. In the 1890s it was cobble stone with no rebar at all.”

Historically what’s preserved is the fa cade, marble in the corridors, tiles and fin ishes. They worked with CRSA architects who have significant experience in restoring old historic buildings, he said. “The records department was critical in finding historical information.”

The newly renovated building opened to the public June 10.

“We’ve invested a lot of resources into this,” Rose said. “More recognition is always welcome.” l

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Davis County Director Facilities Management Lane Rose shows a portion of the 1890s building uncovered during restoration. Photo by Becky Ginos

Network of trails will connect Utahns throughout the state

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

WOODS CROSS—Utah is known for its outdoor recreation and trails but not all of them are easily accessible. Gov. Spencer J. Cox and Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Executive Director Carlos Braceras announced a vision last month to build a network of trails that would connect Utahns to their destinations and communities throughout the state.

“This will enhance the quality of life for every Utahn,” said Cox. “Utah is a vibrant place bursting with amenities. We know why people live here – it's beautiful. We have to sustain the growth system so that we can provide clean air and clean water. We’re looking for state fund ing to connect trails for people of all abilities.

A sense of community is important, he said. “We’ve heard from residents that they want more trails. This is who we are. This is our brand. We own the outdoor space. We want people to be able to recreate safely. Interacting makes us healthier and happier.”

Cox said he sat down with state depart ment heads and gave them a challenge to think big. “I asked them to come up with a proposal for how we can use our resources and talents to make the state a better place.”

The interstate system (I-15) was a bold move to connect the highways, said Cox. “This would be our interstate trail system so that you can go anywhere in Utah and not get on a road way.”

“The governor gave us a challenge and we didn’t know how far to go with it,” said Brac eras. “We hear people want to have community identity and perspective. We’re bringing people together. Wellbeing is an issue.”

Braceras said they’ve been working with communities and the legislature. “The legisla ture will make the decision about how it can be done and how to fund it. Money is always the biggest hurdle so we need to make it a priority for people in the legislature.”

“First we’ll connect lower income com munities,” said Cox. “It’s very important there is physical access. It will be built so that people of all abilities can get on them.”

The transportation committee addresses all users, Braceras said. “They should be safe on all transportation systems. Transportation is

the most important for the future as we double in growth. If people can walk or bike they’re more likely to use transportation.”

For far too long transportation has been put into a bucket, Cox said. “Biking, walking, roads, etc. They all go together. We have to start asking the question of access for cars, bikes and walking. We have to look at it more holistically than in the past.”

“We’re planning what our priorities are,” said Braceras. “We’re working from the bot tom up to see where the gaps are and where the pieces are for communities. We’ll start with ways to get more involved and then we bake the recipe.”

This is long term, he said. “It may not be done in our lifetime.”

Braceras said they are not proposing us ing eminent domain. “It’s straight line, emi nent domain is not happening. Any effort like this requires acquisition of private property but we’ll pay fair market price for it. With an emi nent domain you’re taking it from an unwilling seller and we’re not going to do that. That’s an important part of this.”

“We want to see people get out on these paved trails,” said Cox. “We want bikers, older people, younger people and moms with stroll ers. We don’t have to sell this. People want this.”

Cox said this project is going to the top of his vision list. “We are very serious about this. We’re good at building roads. People have said ‘you can’t do this’ but we’ve done it anyway. It’s a huge undertaking and a heavy lift but we’re serious about moving forward. Our cit izens want this – they demand this.”

Once funding is in place, Braceras said they would put a state transportation plan to gether. “We’ll start the first project as soon as possible with a 2023/24 timeline.”

“I’m so excited about this,” said Cox. “It doesn’t matter if you’re a Democrat or Re publican you don’t know that when you’re out walking. There will be better health and men tal health outcomes and less congestion on the roads. We want to have a sustainable quality of life for generations to come.” l

Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Executive Director Carlos Braceras (left) joins Gov. Spencer J. Cox at the south trailhead on Legacy Parkway to talk to reporters about their vision to build a new trail system that would reach across the state. Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

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Caffeine can be harmful to some groups of people. Seek advice about caffeine consumption from your health care provider if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a sleep disorder, migraine, anxiety, GERD, ulcers, or high blood pressure. Problems with heart rhythm, heart rate, and certain medications can also have detrimental consequences.

Ask an Expert – How much caffeine is too much?

By Cindy Nelson, Utah State University Extension associate professor, cindy.nelson@usu.edu

If consumed regularly, a person can become dependent on caffeine. As little as 100 mg/day can cause dependency, so monitor your intake. The chart below shows commonly consumed caffeinated beverages and the amount of caffeine they contain.

Caffeine can provide a boost of ener gy, help you become more alert, and improve your mood. Sounds great, right? Unfortunately, many people don’t realize that caffeine is a drug that stimulates the nervous system and can cause negative side effects.

Depending on the amount of caffeine consumed, one or more of the following may occur: jitteriness, anxiety, irritability, increased blood pressure, stomach irrita tion, decreased length and quality of sleep, headaches, and abnormal heart rhythm.

The impacts of caffeine and the inten sity of side effects can differ for everyone. What is okay for one person could be too much for another. The key is to watch for adverse side effects and decrease or avoid caffeine intake. Extremely high caffeine ingestion can trigger serious health prob lems such as heart attack, stroke, or even death. Caffeine can cause serious health challenges for children.

The Mayo Clinic recommends the following daily limits of caffeine:

• Adults: less than 400 mg/day

• Adolescents: less than 100 mg/day

• Children: 0 mg/day

Caffeine can be harmful to some groups of people. Seek advice about caf

feine consumption from your health care provider if you are pregnant, breastfeed ing, have a sleep disorder, migraine, anxi ety, GERD, ulcers, or high blood pressure. Problems with heart rhythm, heart rate, and certain medications can also have det rimental consequences.

If consumed regularly, a person can become dependent on caffeine. As lit tle as 100 mg/day can cause dependency, so monitor your intake. The chart below shows commonly consumed caffeinated beverages and the amount of caffeine they contain.

To reduce caffeine consumption, gradually swap caffeinated drinks with non-caffeinated drinks. Read labels on drinks, food, and medications to determine caffeine content, and stay away from those that contain high amounts. Replace your caffeinated beverage with water. Water can help flush caffeine out of your system and keep you properly hydrated. Indications of caffeine withdrawal include drows iness, headaches, irritability, or trouble concentrating, but symptoms should last only a few days. Monitoring your caffeine consumption and following these recom mendations and guidelines can lead to im proved health and a longer life.

Name

Energy

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Amount

Caffeine in Standard Amount Caffeine in 16 Oz.

Drinks

5-Hour Energy 2 oz. 200 mg 1,600 mg

Sobe No Fear 16 oz. 182 mg 182 mg

Monster 16 oz. 172 mg 172 mg

Rockstar 16 oz. 160 mg 160 mg

Red Bull 8.4 oz. 79 mg 151 mg

Coffee, Tea

Brewed Coffee 8 oz. 163 mg 324 mg

Average Coffee 8 oz. 95 mg 190 mg

Iced Tea 8 oz. Average of 47 mg 94 mg

Soft Drinks

Mountain Dew 12 oz. 54 mg 72 mg

Coke 12 oz. 34 mg 45 mg

Diet Coke 12 oz. 45 mg 60 mg

Pepsi 12 oz. 38 mg 51 mg

Sprite 12 oz. 0 mg 0 mg

Others

Chocolate Milk 8 oz. 5 mg 10 mg

Dark Chocolate 1 oz. 20 mg 320 mg

Milk Chocolate 1 oz. 6 mg 96 mg

Cold Relief Meds 1 tablet 30 mg

Vivarin 1 tablet 200 mg

Excedrin 2 tablets 130 mg

To reduce caffeine consumption, gradually swap caffeinated drinks with non-caffeinated drinks. Read labels on drinks, food, and medications to determine caffeine content, and stay away from those that contain high amounts. Replace your caffeinated beverage with water. Water can help flush caffeine out of your system and keep you properly hydrated. Indications of caffeine withdrawal include drowsiness, headaches, irritability, or trouble concentrating, but symptoms should last only a few days. Monitoring your caffeine consumption and following these recommendations and guidelines can lead to improved health and a longer life.

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Concurrent Enrollment takes students to another level

By Kaii Crockett | City Journals Intern

CE or concurrent enrollment classes are college level classes that can be taken in high school to earn college credit early. Concurrent enrollment classes offer both college credit and high school credit allowing the student to earn dual credit.

Like AP courses, CE courses are more challenging than regular high school courses, but CE students are not required to take the end of year pass or fail test that AP students are required to take to receive credit for the class. All the stu dents must do to receive credit is pass the class. However, CE credits only apply to colleges in Utah, and some schools are picky about which credits they will or will not accept.

Signing up for CE classes is effortless, students sim ply sign up for CE classes as they build their schedule for the next year with their counselors. When the class starts, students register through the college for that class as a CE class and pay a $30 fee. “CE provides prepared high school students with a challenging and rigorous college-level expe rience,” said Christy Perkins, the CTE coordinator at Woods Cross High School. “The program allows students to become better prepared for the world of work or to complete general education courses needed for any college major and the great thing is, you can save time by earning both high school credit and college credit at the same time.”

Perkins said students who take CE classes in high school can save on average $1,000 per course. “Who wouldn’t want to save money and time?" questioned Perkins. "Another great advantage is that you get a sneak peek of how college works, and you can explore a potential college major.”

College costs a fortune compared to the small $30 fee re quired for CE courses. Not only are CE classes an investment toward a student’s education, but they are also an investment toward future savings. On average an associate degree has a net cost of around $10,950. High schoolers can save thou sands of dollars by applying themselves in high school.

High schools offer a variety of CE classes beyond core classes like English, math and science classes; there are art classes, welding, nutrition and even childcare classes. There is an abundant amount of CE classes, and a class for every one. “I think CE classes are really great because students are able to choose how much they want to do,” said Natalie Pag et, senior at Woods Cross High School who will get her as sociate degree this coming May when she graduates. “Some students will only take one CE class while others might take enough to get an associate degree. Either way, people are still getting a head start on college and saving money. In my life, they have relieved so much stress I’ve had toward pay ing for college. I honestly wish I would have taken more CE classes.”

Students can take up to 30 college credits a school year and can earn their associate degree if they work hard. “CE classes have a college curriculum, but with more time,” said Loni Beckman, teacher at Woods Cross high school who teaches a few CE courses. “Taking CE classes in high school can be beneficial because you have more individualized help and smaller classes. CE classes really open a window for stu dents to get ahead in life and have their feet planted in the right direction.” l

Tolling begins on I-15 Express Lanes in Davis and Weber Counties

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

LAYTON—Drivers traveling between Layton Parkway and Riverdale Road can now expect to pay a toll for using the car pool lane with only one occupant. The toll went into effect on Monday, Oct. 31.

“We build an express lane system where the need arises and as we have funding,” said Utah Department of Trans portation (UDOT) Senior Communica tions Manager, Mitch Shaw. “This 10-mile segment makes this the longest continuous carpool lane segment in the United States, spanning 82 miles between Spanish Fork and Riverdale. The extension will improve traffic flow and congestion along I-15.”

The carpool lane is open to any car with more than one occupant if they don’t have a special pass, he said. “Motorcy cles, emergency vehicles and clean fuel vehicles are also allowed. If you want to drive in your car by yourself you can buy a pass. A transponder is put in the car and it charges in real time.”

The fee is 25 cents to $2, said Shaw. “The cost adjusts depending on when you travel. On Sundays there’s not much con gestion so it’s 25 cents but during peak time it will go all the way up to $2. Over

UDOT

head signs along I-15 show zone pricing for single drivers with an Express Pass.”

For more information or to buy an

31.

Express Pass go to udot.utah.gov/connect/ public/express-lanes/get-a-pass-for-theexpress-lanes/. l

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CE (Concurrent Enrollment) students get college credit while participating in high school classes once they are registered with the local college. Photo by Kaii Crockett

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Celebrating a culture surrounded in tradition and inclusion through Dia de los Muertos

By Alisha Copfer | alisha.c@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—Although Dia de los Muertos was celebrated Nov. 1 and 2, Norma Carver wants to encourage every one to understand the importance of this celebration. Her culture celebrates this holiday every year and decorates graves and sets up ofrendas (altars) to help the living celebrate the lives of those who have passed.

From the dances and fantastic cloth ing to the amazing food, Carver enjoys sharing everything she can about her culture. Carver, originally from Oaxaca, Mexico, loves to share her heritage with everyone in the community. “We have a lot of beautiful clothing, dialects and wonderful food that is worth sharing,” said Carver.

Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a holiday traditionally celebrated the first two days of November. However, other days, such as Oct. 31 or Nov. 6, are also included in the celebration.

As part of this celebration this year, Carver joined with Kaysville City to set up an ofrenda at the Kaysville Administra tion Building. This display was available for visitors to see during the first week of November as part of the Arts and Culture Exhibit for 2022.

Carver explained that the altar was part of her non-profit organization Oaxaca en Utah. The purpose of the organization is to, “show our beautiful state of Oaxaca through the food, tradition, customs, ed ucation, dance and love of our Oaxacan people,” says Carver.

Many of the traditions and culture is explained at oaxacaenutah.org, “Oaxaca in Utah began more than 10 years ago, and during that time it was decided in 2020 to carry out the first Guelaguetza; we were seven families that came together and en joyed our beautiful Oaxaca.”

Carver started Oaxaca in Utah in Jan uary 2022 with the idea of being able to continue celebrating and enjoying her cul ture with those around her. Carver has full support from her husband as she pursues this venture. Both of them want this expe rience to be bilingual so that everyone can understand the culture and celebrations.

While the Oaxaquenos have a large festival in July, they enjoy sharing their culture year-round. “We want to be a lead er in our community and are helping those in Davis County,” explained Carver. The festival held in 2021 only had about 550 people in attendance, their 2022 celebra tion had over 10,000 people show to enjoy the cultural experience. Carver hopes this

number will increase even more over time as people continue to learn about Oaxaca.

“We want the opportunity to present our culture to different communities, cit ies and counties in Utah,” stated Carver. Each time they hold a festival, they look for new sponsors. These festivals have crafts, dances, vendors who sell and show their wares and, of course, food.

As part of the recent Dia de los Muer tos celebration, Oaxaca de Utah was able to decorate a local gravesite. “It’s special, not only for the one who has passed, but also as a celebration for those who at tend,” said Carver. Each grave decorat ing includes food, music, candles and the sharing of stories about the person.

“It is very touching to everyone’s hearts in attendance,” explained Carver. “These celebrations help the person who has passed and those who have lost family and friends remember their importance.” Carver encourages everyone to come and know who these people are and what they accomplished.

In Oaxaca they always honor every person who has already departed from this life so that they will live on in their hearts forever. They are blessed to honor them and celebrate each person. l

A Dia de los Muertos ofrenda display at the Kaysville Administration Building. Photo by Alisha Copfer

Decorating a local grave site during a Day of the Dead celebration. Photo courtesy of Norma Carver

The graves of Josephine and Eulogio Saldivar located at the Kaysville City Cemetery. Photo courtesy of Norma Carver

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Bountiful nonprofit receives a grant to provide dental and vision services for refugees

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@davisjournal.com

Hundreds of refugees come to Utah each year, often leaving their home countries with few material possessions. Education for Generations in Bountiful (866 Devon Ln.) is a nonprofit providing refugee services including vision and den tal assistance.

The organization was named as one of 20 Utah nonprofits to receive a $3,000 grant from SelectHealth to further its mis sion and work.

In a video made by SelectHealth to promote the winning organizations, Ga brielle Ernest, co-founder of Education for Generations, talked about the nonprofit she co-founded at 19 with her mother Ronda Miller-Ernest.

“We found there was a huge gap of services for refugee families when they’re relocated to Utah. Insurances don’t often cover dental procedures as well as eye glasses,” Ernest said. “I was very fortunate in my life to have a lot of these needs cov ered. But watching people forced to leave their homes, to come here and learn a new culture and a new language and keep go ing, it’s amazing.”

Education for Generations President Miller-Ernest said it’s hard for anyone to work with dental pain or poor eyesight. It can be difficult to concentrate and it might limit opportunities. Providing these ser vices can affect a person’s lifestyle and success. For children, Medicaid often pro vides one pair of glasses but if those break they need to buy a new pair out-of-pocket.

Not only does Education for Gener ations help local refugees, it also holds humanitarian trips to a school in Kenya where they’ve been providing resources for food and education for students at the Daisy School for 10 years.

The organization was chosen for the SelectHealth Award for its efforts to make Utah a healthier place to live.

“The SelectHealth Awards is designed to highlight the notable work and contribu tions of organizations that are making an incredible impact in our community,” said Marti Lolli, SelectHealth president and CEO. “These awards allow SelectHealth to continue to show support for key partners and organizations who have a shared mis sion and wake up every day thinking about how to make a difference in the communi ties we serve.”

Education for Generations offers many ways for donors to support its pro grams. People can sponsor a student in Kenya, make a one-time donation for gen eral services or link a Smith’s account to the nonprofit to contribute at no extra cost.

For more information, visit Educa tionForGenerations.org.

“We support the Daisy School and lo cally we help with vision and dental care for refugees,” Miller-Ernest said. “And we want to provide that support for genera tions.” l

Gabrielle Ernest (left) and Ronda Miller-Ernest (right) work with local refugees to provide vision and dental services through their nonprofit Education for Generations. Courtesy photo

Life-changers help students fulfill their dreams

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—Shane Goodbar was struggling with ad diction and mixed up in crime. Emaly Merchan had come to the United States from Columbia and didn’t know English. Al though they have very different backgrounds both individuals have had their lives changed by people who have taken them under their wing. Davis Technical College (DTC) Foundation honored some of these outstanding individuals at a Life-Chang er Luncheon on Oct. 20.

“I was looking at 15 to life,” said Goodbar. “I started at the Red Barn Academy. It’s a two-year program for addiction and criminals, overall people making bad decisions. I’ve learned to love myself and be proud of who I am. I don’t need others' val idation. I know my value now.”

Goodbar is now the general manager of Sticky Bird, a restaurant run by Red Barn. “The judge told me he would stay my sentence and gave me the opportunity to go to Red Barn. If I keep up my end of the bargain and complete the program it goes away and I’m no longer on parole.”

The Red Barn program isn’t easy, he said. “Honestly I’ll tell you one night almost kept me from staying at Red Barn. Everybody has a day when they say ‘it’s too hard, they don’t know me.’ You have to do hard things and be uncomfortable and learn to manage your emotions. I was doubting myself and didn’t know how I’d get through the rest of my life.”

Goodbar said he was broken. “I realized I had to change my life to become the best person I could be. I’m motivated by my (Red Barn) brothers and Mike Haws who runs the program. Men who are further in the program. Guys like me who have made bad choices, broken the law, just knuckleheads. They’ve found a different life. You can see a peacefulness behind their

eyes. I did everything I could to do what they were doing.”

DTC has a relationship with the academy and provides programs for men there. “It gave me not only a chance to fur ther my education but also reach my dreams,” he said. “Marcie Valdez (DTC Foundation Director) and the teachers have done so much there to continue to help me better myself. It has just been amazing.”

Goodbar is in the welding program there. “Welding is something I’ve always wanted to do,” he said. “I’ll always be a part of Red Barn but one day I want to own my own shop. Ever since I was a kid in a sandbox I’ve wanted my own shop.”

Emaly Merchan is almost finished with the dental assisting program at DTC. “When I got here two years ago from Colum bia I could only speak Spanish,” she said. “The language was a big barrier. It was so hard.”

Merchan said she was introduced to DTC when her father had a pain in his mouth and went to Pantry Smiles to get dental care. Pantry Smiles is a program to give dental care to those who cannot afford it. Students in the dental assisting program at DTC work at the clinic with volunteer dentists.

“I went with my dad and sister,” she said. “My sister talked to one of the teachers and she said ‘why don’t you come here?’ I didn’t know anything about English but we decided to go to gether to DTC.”

Merchan said she studied a lot. “I was scared at first but once you get to DTC they’re super nice even if you’re different. My teachers helped me a lot to learn everything.”

Cathy Turnbow (lead dental assistant instructor) was the best one, she said. “She helped me all the time. She made me feel like I could do something. If she saw that I was struggling

with something she’d give me other resources to improve my language.”

Cathy would always be there for everyone, said Merchan. “If you had any questions she’d answer them for you. My sister and I love Cathy and we’re grateful for her efforts.”

Merchan is doing an internship with a local dentist. “Ev erything they ask I already know because I learned it at DTC. I have everything I need for my career. I’m super grateful for DTC. It's changed my life. It’s been a dream to come here.” l

Building community for displaced women

By Peri Kinder | peri.k@thecityjournals.com

When Samira Harnish was 10 years old, living in Iraq, she drew a picture of a woman trapped in a spider’s web, calling for help. Even at a young age, Harnish knew the world was a difficult place for women.

Education opportunities weren’t easy for women in Iraq. Harnish’s sister received a scholarship to study in England but commu nity members tried to convince her father to keep her home.

“My dad was strong and said my daugh ter got this scholarship and I’m going to send her,” Harnish said. “I remember the family didn’t want to be with him anymore. So in that way, society was harsh for the women.”

As a young woman, Harnish came to the United States for an arranged marriage. It was a difficult time and Harnish said she could feel the sticky web keeping her trapped.

“I felt like I couldn’t take it off my shoul ders because I was thinking everyone was go ing to hate me or not want me because I was divorcing my first husband,” she said. “But I was taking care of my life and not wanting to feel miserable.”

In 2009, Harnish gave up her job as a se nior microchip engineer and founded Women of the World, a nonprofit that helps displaced women gain self-reliance by giving them tools to navigate an unfamiliar society.

WoW works with refugees, asylum seek ers and immigrants, helping them learn En glish, apply for jobs, go to college or even start a business. But the organization fills an even more important role, it helps women find a community.

Harnish understands the loneliness dis placed women experience when first coming to Utah. Assimilating into a community is dif ficult and it is a challenge to find people who will welcome and support them.

“Because of these things I went through, it made me want to become an advocate for them,” she said. “We let women know ev erything’s going to be okay. They just need a guide into a new life. They’ve had a lot of hurtful moments: war, oppression, poverty, rape and mutilation.”

Located in South Salt Lake (415 E. 3900 South), WoW is giving a voice to women who have lost jobs, families and homes. By build ing confidence through English skills and mentoring, WoW participants learn how to improve their lives and connect with others. These women often have college degrees and valuable professions, but can’t get hired due to the language barrier.

WoW holds a celebration each Decem ber, recognizing women who have reached their goals and becoming independent. The

event is supported by local business and gov ernment leaders who help the women find jobs in their communities.

The WoW model offers advocacy for immigration, housing, law issues and health matters. It customizes its programs for each individual, matching her needs with what she needs to succeed. Volunteers are always needed at WoW to be mentors, drivers, inter preters, workshop teachers, yoga instructors, child caregivers and event facilitators. Mone tary donations are also accepted.

Gift cards are an important donation for

the women who can use them to buy things for themselves or their children. While the women appreciate the used clothes or shoes donated to help them, they like to purchase items that fit their personality and their bod ies.

“They have lost everything but their dig nity and pride,” Harnish said. “They had good jobs in their home country and they are look ing for jobs in their profession. They bring a great diversity to our state.”

To donate, volunteer or to learn more about WoW, visit womenofworld.org. l

Honoree Barbara Smith accepts the President's Award at the Life-Changer Luncheon held at Davis Technical College. Smith and others were honored for their help in changing students’ lives. Courtesy photo

A Women of the World fundraising event celebrates the success of displaced women from across the globe who work hard to reach their goals. Photo courtesy of Jake Campos

Creating mock disasters through the art of moulage

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—In case of an emergency people have to jump into action but knowing what to do isn’t that easy. Moulage artist Deby Marshall uses her talent to create mock disaster scenarios as a tool for teaching not only to help the victim, but for those who are giving aid.

“A long time ago my husband said ‘we live down at the bottom of 400 North. If something happened we’d be cut off. We need to learn how to take care of ourselves,’” said Marshall. “So I took CERT classes and we did mock disas ters with a lot of victims’ moulage (the art of applying fake injuries) with burns and different stuff. So I went through the training and it evolved and I learned more to take care of these things.”

While using moulage to make people bloody, Marshall said she realized it wasn’t just for first responders. “It’s also for citizens to see what it looks like and how they feel or how they would act to take care of it.”

Marshall has developed her skill over time. “I’ve slowly put together a mock disaster with the types of injuries first responders might come upon and that citizens come upon so they don’t get grossed out but can react.”

She creates moulage by using everyday ingredients. “I use red food coloring with Dawn detergent for blood,” said Marshall. “You add baking powder to thicken it. For skins and cuts I use lady’s makeup with Vaseline and baking pow der to thicken the mixture. It’s easy to wash off and more Latex free.”

Burns are made from women’s peel off facial masks, she said. “When it’s dry you pull it up, stuff it with cotton

and add red food coloring so it looks like skin is coming out of a wound. Crushed up Oreo cookies make it look like there’s gravel or dirt in a wound. It’s all non toxic and tastes good on the side.”

Marshall does all of the CERT mock disasters. “I hope by training everyone it will help if something happens they’ll know what to do.”

At emergency preparedness fairs Marshall works her magic on kids and adults who come to her booth. “Kids like gory things,” she said. “When they come up I ask them if they have any allergies and what they’d like. I explain how I make it and why. Most like to have it on their arms but I do whatever they like.”

One man came up and asked her to create a cut across his nose and give him a black eye. “He wanted to show his grandkids after the fair,” said Marshall. “I also do some mou lage for Halloween.”

Marshall has made up a kit with moulage items she takes with her to mock disasters. “I have fake skin with makeup in different skin tones,” she said. “I have a color wheel I use for bruises and powder. There is a lot of blood. I use a Honey Bear squirt bottle for spreading blood.”

She also uses crushed Alka-Seltzer for burns. “You squirt water on it and it bubbles. I have rocks and sticks that I can mold in and pre-made cuts and things that I can quickly put on people.”

Sometimes Marshall uses her skill on her grandkids for fun. “But usually it’s my husband I practice on.” l

New state flag design announced, moves to legislature

By Becky Ginos | becky.g@davisjournal.com

SALT LAKE CITY—There’s been a lot of wrangling and heated debate over changing the state’s flag but after four years one design has landed at the top. The Utah State Flag Task Force voted on the final design Nov. 10. Now it will go to lawmakers during the 2023 Leg islative Session to decide whether to adopt it or reject it.

“This has been a major process,” said Rep. Steve Handy, R-Layton who ran the bill originally. “I hope it will move forward and we adopt it as a state.”

In the More Than a Flag initiative, Utahns were invited to submit their ideas for possible designs. Last month they announced the top 20 and now it has been whittled down to one.

The current flag is not going away, he said. “It’s the Governor’s civic flag and it will fly over state buildings. If you have a flag, fly it.”

People ask “why change the flag?” said Handy. “They say ‘I like the current flag.’ I asked ‘do you fly it?’ They say ‘no I don’t.’’’ Handy said a few years ago he was ap proached about changing the flag. “They were young guys who thought it was just there, it’s bad. I started to do some research to talk about

it. I had no idea it would take four years.”

Most of the push back is from older people, he said. “Utah is one of the youngest states. The rising generation does not relate to the current flag. They have no respect or pride. We wanted to use an updated symbol to create synergy and pride in the state.”

There’s no harm in it, Handy said. “When I go to Disneyland there’s a Utah Jazz flag, U of U and BYU flags. Our current state flags are not conducive to representing our state. What are we so afraid of? The Jazz went through a rebranding. Why can’t a state rebrand?”

Other states have updated their flags, he said. “Utah is one of the first states making a change that has not been forced to (offensive, etc.)”

The other important thing is it’s absolute ly the first time people have had input, said Handy. “Before the legislature and Governor would do it. The people never had a say. Forty thousand people responded to the 20 flags. I would have liked 200,000 but the public has had amazing input.”

A lot of effort has gone into it, he said. “We considered the values that represent Utah and how that can be translated into a symbol.”

There were 70 different iterations of the beehive, Handy said. “The current flag has a beehive and a star with crossed arrows recog nizing the Native American tribes. The new flag has a star under the beehive with eight points for the tribes. Utah is named after a Na tive American tribe.”

People said using the beehive is just try ing to placate the LDS church, he said. “The beehive is to celebrate our heritage and respect the Native Americans whose land this was.”

The warm red on the flag represents the Southern Utah red rock, said Handy. “The white is for snow in the mountains and the blue

is the same color as in the current flag for the sky.”

It’s exciting, said Handy, who did not re election and won’t be returning to the legisla ture in 2023. “I feel bad I don’t get to vote on it or debate it or carry the bill. But I’ll participate as much as I can and be watching of course.”

Handy said there were people who were very, very angry at him. “I explain they can still fly their flag. Some said ‘doesn’t the legisla ture have better things to do?’ Over time I think people will embrace the new flag and they’ll be happy with it when it’s done.” l

Moulage is the art of applying fake injuries. Deby Marshall has learned how to use this technique to create mock disaster scenarios for emergency preparedness. Photo courtesy of Deby Marshall

The flag design was selected from the top 20 after input from Utahns. Lawmakers will vote to accept or reject the design during the 2023 Legislative Session. Graphic courtesy of More Than a Flag

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Even though 2022 seemed to last as long

as a 5-year-old reading “Green Eggs and Ham,” the holidays rushed in like a wicked case of intestinal flu. But high grocery prices? Rising inflation? Those things have never stopped Americans from over-celebrating the holidays.

If you’re finding it hard to capture the spirit of Christmas this year, just remem ber the real meaning of the holidays: get ting presents. All those brightly-wrapped packages will bring you hours of tempo rary joy and fulfillment.

I wonder if we have lost our senses, in a very literal way. Maybe if we come back to our senses for the holidays, we’ll stop eating when we’re not hungry, partying when we’re tired and buying a doghouse full of gifts for the family puppy when we’re already overbudget.

Let’s start with the sights of the sea son, like the piles of enticing Amazon box es shoved into hiding places and spilling out of closets. The twinkling lights of po lice cars at the neighbor’s house. The deadeyed stare of a Target cashier and colored globes hanging on the Christmas tree that drops needles when someone walks by.

How about the sounds of the season, like your favorite holiday tunes played by an accordion, or the infinite Mariah Carey

song remix/mash-ups/covers. You’ll hear “Carol of the Bells” so often it becomes part of that nightmare where you’re run ning to get the last LEGO set but you’re wearing furry slippers and keep tripping over elves. And there’s so much jingling!

What does Christmas feel like? A tod dler’s fingers, sticky from a candy cane, leaving pink fingerprints down the hall. Paper cuts from wrapping gifts. Cold, wet toes as you trudge through snowy parking lots and discover a hole in the sole of your boot. Frozen fingertips, runny noses and being bustled by bustling crowds.

The tastes of Christmas include nasti ness like eggnog and fruitcake, but also the sugary sweetness of gumdrops that suction to your molars and must be surgically re moved. Then there’s scalding hot choco late with toasted marshmallows. (Hint: don’t toast marshmallows in the actual toaster. I know that now.)

December smells like cinnamon, cloves, Seussian roast beast and smoke from your overused credit card. I’ve never smelled roasted chestnuts, but I imagine they have an aroma like a wet dog lying by the fire. Real evergreen trees emit the scent of fresh forests while making it hard to breathe for people with pine allergies.

Obviously, it’s easy to get caught up in what’s going wrong with the holidays, without paying attention to the feeling

behind the scenes. When I sit with that emotion, it’s one of peace, generosity, kindness, forgiveness and love. Things Hallmark Christmas movies are always going on about.

What if Hallmark is right? And I’ve never said that before.

Maybe the miracle of Christmas is noticing the small pleasures like when your friend sends you a funny card or your husband brings you a soft, fluffy blanket as you binge holiday movies. Maybe it’s reading stories to your grandkids or listen ing to grandparents share favorite Christ mas morning memories.

More than the senses, Christmas is about time. A time to pause. A time to be still. A time to remember. A time to breathe. A time to be grateful. A time to be with family. A time to reflect with wonder and awe at the beauty of this world.

Coming back to our senses, in a real way, slows time. It reminds us we’re not alone as we move together through these dark nights with bright stars, just doing the best we can.

Peri Kinder is an award-winning hu mor writer, hosts the Life & Laughter pod cast and was voted Best of State for 2022. She’s also a yoga/meditation instructor and life coach.

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Gold medalists break the sound barrier aboard Thunderbirds

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

Wayment earns spot

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firm ground. “I didn’t know if I’d keep my food down. I can’t believe these guys do this all the time. It was tense.”

“It was crazy,” said Schoenefeld. “It was like an elephant on your chest and your vision goes away for a minute. We were going 4G’s and I thought that was crazy then we went faster and I thought ‘oh gee.’”

It was a real treat, said Lt. Col. RyanYingling. “It was unique and fun for us and fun for you guys. It was a blast. We got through everything and went into super sonic airspace and broke the sound barrier.”

They started training on the F-16 early this morning, said Jake Impellizzeri, Thunderbird eight. “It was information by firehose. I putAshley through the wringer. We pulled 9G’s and 1.28 Mach. We did loops and rolls and she got some stick time. It was an honor.”What they do in the Olympics showcases a beacon of excellence, he said. “It’s doing something greater than ourselves.That’s what they represent. It's an inspiration to our team that’s what we try to achieve in theAir Force.” Caldwell said she’s trained her whole life to reach the Gold medal standard. “TheAir Force sets a high bar. I give a high performance in skiing and these guys give a high performance in a different way. It’s two different worlds.”

An aerial doesn’t get any less scary, said Schoenefeld. “When I do a triple backflip I’m nervous every day. When we took off I thought ‘oh we’re about to go fast.’” It was absolutely incredible, said Caldwell. “My Gold medal went through the speed of sound. This was the highlight of my post Olympic experience. It was a dream come true and now it’s off my bucket list.” It’s hard to describe the indescribable, she said. “It’s like if a dragon and a unicorn had a baby strapped to a rocket ship. I’m so excited to be a part of this and I’m grateful for their service.” l

Incumbents dominate in Davis GOP Primaries

By Tom Haraldsen tom.h@davisjournal.com

This year’s primary elections in Davis County were completely between candidates in the Republican Party, which has dominated the county’s political offices for years.As of earlyWednesday morning, here were the vote totals in Davis County for candidates in a number of races:

U.S. Senate As expected, incumbent Mike Lee fought off the challenges of two Davis County resi dents, Becky Edwards of Bountiful andAlly Isom of Kaysville. Lee garnered 24,859 votes to 16,045 for Edwards and 4,517 for Isom in Davis County. Lee took 60 percent of the votes statewide.

U.S. House District 1 Incumbent Blake Moore, seeking a sec ond term of office, defeatedAndrew Badger

on U.S. National Team Courtney Wayment, the Davis High and recently graduated BYU distance runner, finished second in the 3000-meter steeplechase at the USA Outdoor Track and Field Championships to win a spot on the U.S. world championship team. After her collegiate-record perfor mance in the NCAA championships two weeks ago, Wayment knocked another four seconds off her record performance in the NCAA meet –which was eight seconds faster than any collegian has ever run – finish ing with a time of 9:12.10. The world championships will be held on this same track at the Uni versity of Oregon in three weeks.

Judge issues

temporary restraining order on Utah’s abortion trigger law

Physicians in Utah may continue to provide abortions for patients until at least July 11. On Monday, Third District Court Judge Andrew Stone granted a request from Utah’s Planned Parenthood Association for a 14 day TRO. He said he felt allow ing the law to take immediate effect could cause “irreparable harm.

Doctors here are threatened with felonies. The affected women are deprived of safe, local medical treat ments to terminate pregnancies.” Doctors can continue to provide abortions in the Beehive State for the next two weeks, a state judge decided Monday. Stone granted the order at the request from Planned Parenthood Association of Utah.

Prayer OK’d for school coach instateWashington

andTina Cannon in this primary, getting 14,769 votes. Badger was second at 6,712 and Cannon third at 3,363.

U.S. House District 2 Incumbent Chris Stewart moved into November’s general election with a win over challenger Erin Rider. Stewart finished with 13,781 votes to 6,329 for Rider.

State Senate District 6 Jerry Stevenson advanced into Novem

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A former high school football coach in Washington who was disciplined for holding a postgame prayer at midfield with his team saw his action protected by a Supreme Court ruling on Monday. By a 6-3 decision, the Court said Bremer ton High School Joseph Kenne dy’s prayers are protected by the Constitution’s guarantees of