The Davis Journal | September 29, 2023

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Centerville begins preparation

for 2024

Parrish Lane intersection improvements

By Linda Petersen l.petersen@mycityjournals.com

Centerville City has donated two small pieces of property to UDOT in preparation for a two-intersection project which is expected to take place next summer.

UDOT has plans to construct “operational and safety improvements” at the Parrish Lane/Marketplace Drive and Parrish Lane /400 West intersections, UDOT Region 1 spokesman Mitch Shaw said.

Since the two-intersection project is currently in design details are not available, but they could include widening, adding some additional lanes or turn lanes, doing some updates with the signals and signal timing, Shaw said.

The two projects, which have a combined projected $36 million price tag, were identified in a 2017 UDOT presentation as “essential project(s) for Centerville City and UDOT Region 1 in order to reduce congestion.” They will be built to a 2040 traffic model prepared by UDOT Region 1 traffic engineers and are currently in design.

UDOT will put the projects out to bid in the spring and they are expected to be constructed next summer, Shaw said. These types of projects typically involve some road closures, and the public will be notified of these in advance, Shaw said.

UDOT and other transportation

Please see UDOT: pg. 10

FALL AND FOOTBALL RETURN

Bountiful’s Coach Frank’s son, Jeff gets a “B” on his cheek from mom before the Redhawk's first Home game of the season, while attendees enjoy hamburgers at the tailgate party put on by The Bountiful PTSA and Hughs Construction.

Physical therapist preps students to become aides in new Catalyst program

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

KAYSVILLE—The Catalyst Center opened up a new program this fall that will give high school students the opportunity to become a physical therapy (PT) aide and start working in the field even before graduation. The PT class gives hands-on instruction from two practicing physical therapists and allows students to get a look at what the career would be like.

“It’s been a popular field for a long time,” said Brian Pennock, DPT, ATC, CSCS who team teaches the class with Daniel Sedgwick, DPT, AT-C. “You usually have to do that at the college level to be a physical therapy aide but the Catalyst provides potential career

Please see PROGRAM: pg. 3

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

In a matchup of Region 5’s top two teams in Bountiful and Woods Cross Sept. 21, Redhawks senior Taylor Harvey picked a nice time to have a career night as she went off for 38 kills. After losing the first two sets 25-23, 25-23, Bountiful regrouped and won a reverse sweep in the final three sets 2516, 25-10, 15-13.

“The girls played so great,” said head coach Kelsie White. “I couldn’t be more proud. We were working all week in practice to prepare and emphasize how important it is to compete with confidence. I was so proud of how the girls stepped up in the last three sets but more importantly how they played for each other.”

Besides the “force from both the front and back row” that Harvey was, according to White, Milika Satuala also stood out for the Redhawks with 16 kills and 25 digs while Hallie Hewlett served six aces.

“Our passing from Adelaide Stevenson helped Hallie get our offense going,” White said. “It was one of the funnest games I’ve been a part of and was an all-around team effort. Woods Cross is an extremely talented team that put up a big challenge for us. It

THE NEW PHYSICAL therapy program promises great things for Catalyst students.

Photo courtesy Catalyst Facebook

Photos by Roger V. Tuttle

As Suicide Prevention Month ends, QPR offers a way forward

By Braden Nelsen braden.n@davisjournal.com

DAVIS COUNTY - Since the 1960s, people have learned and known the benefits of CPR for many different life-saving situations. Thanks to widespread efforts to educate communities, thousands of people across the country have become CPR-certified, saving hundreds of lives. But what about mental health? What’s the equivalent for someone struggling mentally and emotionally?

While resources are available like the 988 number, anything like the CPR rescue training had been severely lacking in health circles until the innovation of QPR by Dr. Paul Quinnett. In the mid-1990s, Quinnett was working in a large mental health program in the Spokane area when he decided something needed to be done.

Despite receiving mental health care, Quinnett said the program was losing thousands of patients a year to suicide, “losses on my watch, as it were,” and he knew something had to be done. He decided to, “find out why these people were dying while on mental health care,” and a study began.

Working with the help of a research grant, Dr. Quinnett set to work to find out why these people were dying by suicide, and why, it seemed, no one could help them. What he found led to the creation of a revolutionary new program that has been spreading ever since. When it came to suicide, Dr. Quinnett discovered that many health care and mental health professionals simply were, “unable to ask the suicide question in a forthright and direct manner.”

This meant that many professionals struggled to ask patients, “Are you thinking about suicide?” Instead, they would often ask questions looking for a negative response, like, “You’re not thinking about suicide, are you?” “The most difficult thing to do is ask the question,” said Dr. Quinnett, and therefore, the Q in QPR came as almost an inspiration.

The P in QPR stands for “persuade.” The idea is to simply persuade someone who might be considering ending their own life to seek help. Dr. Quinnett explained that it’s like persuading someone who is in physical pain to seek medical attention: if someone has a severe toothache, they should probably see a dentist, likewise, with mental health, “maybe we can reduce the

pain you’re feeling,” and help them see there’s hope.

The last step, R, is for “Refer”, which is what persuading naturally leads to. Dr. Quinnett says that this last step is “an art form.” Just like referring someone to a great car mechanic, or a tasty restaurant, referring someone to a mental health professional takes trust and knowledge. Gaining that knowledge and experience is just one of the many benefits of the training offered by the QPR Institute, “It’s the CPR equivalent”, said Dr. Quinnett.

Dr. Quinette went on to explain how in Seattle, the chance to survive a cardiac event is much higher than anywhere else in the country. Why? Because more people are CPR-certified there than anywhere else. Dr. Quinnett wants to do the same thing with QPR across

the country, and part of that is recognizing the signs and signals. QPR trainees develop what one trainee called a “spidey sense”, like the superhero Spider-man. They’re able to pick up on distress signals, and their training goes into action. They’re able to question, persuade, and refer quickly, and save lives. The key, said Dr. Quinnett is to intervene early, and boldly.

What may come as a surprise, is the disproportionate way that suicidal thoughts affect men over women. Across the globe, men are generally two times as likely to die by suicide, but in both Europe and the Americas, that number can be double. Dr. Quinnett explained that much of this stems from the fact that “men don’t seek help well.”

Culturally, many men have a natural distrust of strangers, and therefore, “the more they feel vulnerable, the less likely they are to ask for help.” While things are improving, Dr. Quinnett says that programs like QPR are imperative in helping everyone, but especially men who struggle to ask for help, “we have to make a huge leap.

It’s a leap that the QPR institute is making, however. After starting with just a few hundred in their first year, the number of trainees is now past 6 million. Part of that success comes from allowing anyone to train, not just healthcare professionals. Dr. Quinnett cites the 15,000 instructors the program has worldwide and the over 3,000 more that are currently in training as evidence of their success.

While QPR is a great start, it’s not the endgame says Dr. Quinnett. The founder and CEO of QPR spoke about the need for a new profession, and that they’re “getting traction” in getting the program off the ground. The idea would be an entire workforce of the mental health equivalent of EMTs: people who can respond at a moment's notice to those struggling with thoughts of suicide or self-harm.

With both in-person and online opportunities to be trained in QPR, Davis County residents have the tools to be able to learn and prevent. The training is cost-effective, and the benefits are priceless. Utah has an average of about 657 deaths by suicide each year, and each could be prevented with the proper training. More information about QPR, its training, and how to become certified can be found at https://qprinstitute.com/. l

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

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

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

WHERE AND HOW to get the life-saving training for QPR.

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BLAST FROM THE PAST

News stories from yesteryear in Davis County Compiled by Braden Nelsen

1923

Apple growers meeting big success

All the appl growers of the northern part of the county met at Clearfield on Thursday of last week to discuss the grading and shipping of this year’s apple crop. Professor Tracey J. Abell from the Utah Agricultural college gave many good and essential pointers on the success of packing apples for shipment. Mr. E.L. Barrett, County Crop Pest Inspector, discussed the necessity of inspection and the results obtained.

1933 School board asks how much to go in debt to be loyal

How far shall Davis School District support President Roosevelt’s Recovery Act and thereby help to conquer the depression and provide improvements needed in the schools of Davis County?

The National Industrial Recovery Act provides for public works in order that the service conditions in labor and industry may be improved. $3,300,000,000 has been set aside for a program of recovery.

1943

Third War Loan drive tempo shows increase

Although Davis County Thursday was about $250,000 behind in the purchase of war bonds in the current drive, the county was “holding its own” as compared with other counties in the state, said E.B. Gregory, county coordinator of the campaign.

Thursday's tabulations showed that $439,804 had been spent for bonds during the third war loan drive, leaving a heavy balance of $704,196 yet to go before the campaign close on October 2.

1953

Bountiful High parents beware! Don’t be guilty

It was 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1st at the Bountiful high. Lights were on, doors were open and they were there. Where were you?

Then it was 8 p.m. They were gathered in the gymnasium for introductions and to pay them honor. They were there; where were you? Did you let them down? Were you too busy to spend two hours with someone who spends every day for nine months with your boy or girl?

1963 Contract let for new county

fire station

Contract for the new Davis County Fire Station, to be built at approximately 375 North, 500 W., West Bountiful, has been let to the Whitesides Construction Co., Layton.

Of the seven bids submitted for the one-story building, the one submitted by Zulon Whitesides, with a base bid of $46,980, was the lowest. The 5500 square feet of floor space will house office facilities and stalls for two pumper trucks, one tank truck, and the south Davis ambulance.

1973

Centerville: It’s the water

As in “The Thyme of the Ancient Mariner”, there is “water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink” in some areas in Centerville, according to reports in the city council meeting Monday night.

Citizens of the 900 South (Elbert Ave.) attended the meeting to report that they are experiencing much difficulty with seepage in their basements.

1983

Candidates wait for primary election Tuesday

It’s primary election day next Tuesday, Oct. 4, but Davis County residents should double-check to determine if their city is actually going to have an election.

The reasons? First, only nine of the county’s 15 incorporated communities are golding a primary election – by choice. Second, of these nine cities slated for primary elections, only six have enough candidates to warrant a “candidate runoff.”

NEWS BRIEFS

Fire consumes Clearfield homeoccupants safe

Multiple fire agencies responded to a house fire late Tuesday night in Clearfield. Despite the quick and professional response, the house was a total loss, though the family of four living there is confirmed to have made it out safely. At the time of going to print, the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Ex-Davis High Secretary charged with misuse of public money

Kellie Heather Wilko, a former secretary at Davis High spent over $80,000 on personal items using

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Oct. 2 - 8

Snazzy Seasonal Scratch Art

Monday, Oct. 2, 6:30-7:30 p.m., FREE

Make delightful holiday decorations using recycled CDs Headquarters Library, 133 S. Main St., Farmington

Solar Eclipse Prep-A-Palooza

Tuesday, Oct. 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Come learn about solar eclipses and make a solar eclipse craft. Layton Branch Library, 155 N. Wasatch Dr.

Davis Chamber of Commerce: Business Alliance Networking

Luncheon

Wednesday, Oct. 4, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Boondocks Fun Center, 525 Deseret Dr., Kaysville

Bountiful Farmers Market

Thursday, Oct. 5, 4 p.m. to dusk

Bountiful Town Square, 75 E. 200 South

Mindhunters: Serial Killers

Exposed

Thursday, Oct. 5, 6-8 p.m.

Layton High School, 440 Wasatch Dr.

My Gluten-Free World Expo

Oct. 6-7, $10-$15

Myglutenfreeworldexpo.com

Mountain America Expo Center, 9575 S. State St., Sandy

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fields. They’ll be prepped and ready upon graduation.”

Right now there are 20 students in the inaugural class, he said. “We didn’t know how it would be received so we capped it at 20 but we have a waiting list. It’s offered on B day only. We didn’t know what the demand would be.”

Faith & Blue Coat Drive

Saturday, Oct. 7, 9-11 a.m.

Help the Clearfield Police Department gather coat donations Nations for Christ Church, 562 S. 1000 East, Clearfield

Rally for Allie 5K walk/run event

Saturday, Oct. 7, 9 a.m. Legacy Park, 325 N. 3200 West, Layton

Heber Valley Railroad: The Pumpkin Train

Saturday, Oct. 7 Departures at 10 a.m., Noon, 2, 4 and 6 p.m. $15 per person (includes cookie and pumpkin) Valley Railroad Depot, 450 S. 600 West, Heber City

Juniper Market

Saturday, Oct. 7, Noon-8 p.m. Station Park, 140 N. Union Ave., Farmington

Harvest Festival & Food Drive

Saturday, Oct. 7, 12:30-3:30 p.m. Mountain View Baptist Church 2585 E. Highway 193, Layton

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

in various environments. They’ll be ready as a PT aide/tech and give them an edge on other applicants for a job. They’ll have the training to step out into a position without additional training.”

school credit cards. The money was spent over the course of one year, and Wilko has reportedly admitted to the fraudulent use of the cards. Wilko will stand trial Nov. 1.

Davis County man awaiting sentencing for aggravated assault

James Junior Carter of Clearfield was originally charged with attempted murder after he tried repeatedly to hit his ex-girlfriend in his car in Ogden. Carter reached a plea deal, pleading guilty and receiving a reduced charge of aggravated assault. At the time of going to print, Carter is awaiting sentencing following this plea.

Teenager arrested following high-speed chase through Davis

In the early morning of Sept. 22, a 17-year-old led UHP on a highspeed chase through Davis County, speeding off after getting pulled over. The suspect was eventually apprehended and arrested in Farmington after exceeding speeds of 100 MPH according to UHP officials.

The class is limited, said Pennock. “It won’t be offered many, many times. It’s not open to all grades with the demand we’ve restricted it to the upper level. Holy cow they wanted to come.”

Some students are drawn to it because they’ve been patients themselves before, he said. “So they’re exploring the profession that way. Others are exploring it as a health option. It’s great because they can find out early on whether to go down that path and decide it’s not for them. They’ll have success either way.”

There are two classes back to back for two and a half hours, Pennock said. “The room is full of treatment tables and also a desk where I explain the anatomy and physiology. Then they jump on the table and test it out with other students. We have treatment type activities that they practice on each other.”

The Catalyst’s mission is integrated hands on, he said. “Students go out to a clinic and observe PT performed

In some cases if their schedule allows, they don’t have to wait for graduation to get into the field, said Pennock. “They’ll have a certificate of completion through the Catalyst to take to an employer.”

Pennock has been a Physical Therapist for 25 years. “I helped the district as an athletic trainer. May practice is right across the street from the Catalyst. I was on the community advisory board and when I realized they were going to do it, they listed the job, I interviewed and got the job to team teach that.”

Pennock said he manages his current patient load as well as giving the kids a diversity and learning experience. “I’ve been a guest presenter for years and years and now I have my own class. I love it. It’s good. It’s very, very good.”

It’s a nice program, he said. “I’m super excited to be able to offer this in this area. It brings students from all over the district and gives them the unique opportunity to break down any stereotypes from other schools. It unites them in the learning process.”

Town hall to meet candidate Celeste Maloy set for Oct. 4

Compiled by Peri Kinder

Compiled by Braden Nelsen

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eps. Ray Ward and Paul Cutler are hosting a meet the candidate town hall on Oct. 4 for residents to hear from Celeste Maloy, who is running in a special election to represent the 2nd Congressional District to fill Congressman Chris Stewart’s seat.

The town hall will be held at the Centerville Library, 45 S. 400 West, from 6-8 p.m. Residents are invited to ask questions and get to know Maloy and what her goals are to represent the district. l

Management & Training Corporation’s mission is to help young people achieve great things

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

CENTERVILLE—Sometimes people just need a hand up to reach their full potential. Management & Training Corporation (MTC) does just that by providing opportunities for young adults to gain the life skills needed to be successful in life. MTC is headquartered in Centerville, Utah and employs more than 8,000 staff worldwide.

“Dr. Robert Marquardt started it in 1981,” said Issa Arnita, Vice President, Employee Experience. “He purchased four job corp centers including this one in Clearfield. He loved young people and wanted to help them get a job and life skills.”

It’s a federal program administered by the Department of Labor, he said. “It’s a residential program in Clearfield where students live and recreate on campus.”

MTC is headquartered in Centerville, Utah and employs more than 8,000 staff worldwide

It’s for young adults 16-24 with a qualifying income, said Arnita. “There are a lot of different career paths to choose from.”

One is automotives, he said. “Toyota brings in their new vehicles for students to work on. When these students graduate they can make good money. We also have composites and health care. The Clearfield Job Corp is second to none.”

There are rotating graduates throughout the year, Arnita said. “We teach up to 1,000 at the Clearfield Job Corp.”

Many students come from challenging backgrounds, he said. “But we let

them know we care about them, their success and their lives. No matter where they are or if they're not sure about themselves or their future, once we work with them and they can see their great potential it’s amazing to see them blossom and do well.”

In 1987, MTC started working in corrections to offer people in custody education and rehabilitation services, said Arnita. “The federal government operates the facility. We provide vocational classes, culinary classes, and as many programs as we can. Many people

need help with substance abuse, anger management or parenting classes. All these things are vital when they’re released. It’s challenging but rewarding.”

The old mentality in corrections is “if you do the crime you do the time,” he said. “The reality is they’ll be released some day. The program gets them into rehab, teaches them life skills so they can turn their lives around and look to a brighter future never to come back again.”

The Clearfield Job Corp is the only one in Utah with others across the country, Arnita said. “We’re always looking for students. It’s free because we get funding from the Department of Labor. It’s an excellent program. Students

are provided good housing and meals throughout the day. Job Corp has a partnership with Davis Technical College to help them get a job, go into higher education or the military.”

MTC has a passion and belief that people can achieve great things in their lives despite challenges, he said. “Residents in corrections are treated with respect. They’re people. It can be a success story for people who really want to change and not follow the same path. They can get the experience, skills and hope to go get a good paying job and support their families and live great lives.” l

Local skaters’ revolutionary skateboard brake changes the game

By Peri Kinder peri.k@thecityjournals.com

The world of skateboarding is about to change – big time. Thanks to some innovative engineering and smart marketing, VibeRide has introduced the world’s first braking system for skateboards.

The brake adds an element of control and safety to the skateboard, never before seen in the sport. Founded by young, local skaters, VibeRide is taking the industry by storm.

Charlie Cannon (23), Carson Macdonald (22) and Chris Goodhue (27), were students at the University of Utah who came up with the idea to create a longboard brake and spent several years doing research and development before acquiring the design and patent of Brakeboard, an earlier braking system.

Once the patent was acquired, the team began the process of changing, updating and perfecting the design and VibeRide recently launched the finished product.

“It’s like a mini disc brake system. In fact, the only place we could get the ceramic discs was an actual car factory,” Cannon said. “You put pressure down [on the brake] and the pressure gets equally distributed across these two disc brakes. The disc brakes close and then wears down that actual ceramic disc rather than wearing down your wheel.”

Before brakes, Cannon said he was always wearing the soles off his shoes, trying to stop his board on the steep hills near the university. But the skate brake is a life-changing (and shoe saving) device that can be installed on any board, or skaters can buy a board with the system already included.

Cannon, a former Sandy resident, is

no stranger to success. During COVID, he founded EXO Drones, making millions of dollars before selling the company. Using the proceeds from the sale, he co-founded VibeRide with Macdonald, Goodhue and Australian partner Alex Beveridge, and they’re all riding a mega ramp of success.

The braking system was a hit at this year’s Outdoor Retail Expo and the company made more than $50,000 in sales in the first couple of months.

On the VibeRide TikTok channel @ viberide.co, videos demonstrate the efficiency and ease of the brake, and the brand is quickly gaining fans. Cannon was recently invited to make a YouTube video with Braille Skateboarding, a platform with nearly 6 million followers.

“We all love making videos and we make pretty fun videos,” Cannon said. “We have these crazy video ideas. We can put the brakes on anything. We’re gonna turn some wild objects into skateboards, like an old flat screen television, and two-by-fours.”

They consider this product a great fit for Utah, with all the hills and canyon roads. Cannon believes the skateboard brake is perfect for the unique landscape in the state and will give skaters access to new rides and adventures. For more information, visit VibeRide.com.

“For us here, it truly changes the way we get to skateboard and longboard and go down these hills and streets and sidewalks and campuses that we never could before,” Cannon said. “It’s so fun. We’re gonna make a whole video series in places like Little Cottonwood and Emigration Canyon just to show people how game-changing this really is.”

MTC ALSO WORKS IN correctional facilities providing education and rehabilitation to the residents there. Courtesy photos

A STUDENT AT JOB CORP works on a car. Automotives is one of several courses taught at the Clearfield Job Corp.

VIBERIDE’S NEW SKATEBOARD braking system allows skaters to ride hills with more control and safety. The device was created by three University of Utah students.

Photos courtesy of VibeRide

Hill History - The 60s, Vietnam and General Kenneth Hobson

By Braden Nelsen braden.n@davisjournal.com

Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of articles about the history of Hill Air Force Base and the people who worked there.

HILL AIR FORCE BASE - The mid-twentieth century was, to say the least, turbulent. It was five short years from the end of World War II to the beginning of the Korean War and only two years from the end of that conflict to the start of the Vietnam War, which would last over the next two decades.

With the start of the atomic age following the end of World War II, stakes were raised even higher the world over. Not only was there always the threat of a surprise attack by hostile powers, but, with the wider spread of atomic weapons, a surprise attack could come at any time, any place, and would be completely devastating for years to come.

To counteract at least some of this threat, Air Force Plant 77 was constructed at Hill Air Force Base, in which Boe-

ing was tasked with constructing the new Minuteman Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). The development of these ICBMs would continue at Hill until 1978, a full year after the end of the Vietnam War.

The 1960s also saw the retrofitting, repair and deployment of many significant aircraft that would see action in Southeast Asia. From the dusting off and retrofitting of the WWII-era B26 into the B26K, to recognizable period aircraft like F-4C Phantom II, F-111A Aardvark, F-101 Voodoo, and C-141, Hill had a significant role in supporting troops on the ground, and in the sky during the 1960s.

This decade also saw service from a very significant commanding officer of the Ogden Air Materiel Area, General Kenneth Hobson. Though General Hobson was a Major General upon taking command of the Ogden Air Material Area, through his service, he achieved the highest rank possible in the United States Air Force during his time, and his keen mind clearly shows why.

General Hobson was instrumental in

bringing the Minuteman ICBM mission and plant to Hill Air Force Base, which, during its time, employed hundreds of local residents in the plant. Not only that, but, because of the Minuteman system, Hill became the primary depot main-

tenance for the weapon system, which continues to employ people to this day.

According to Jonathan F. Bingham, Historian for the 75th Air Base Wing at Hill Air Force Base, General Hobson’s bringing this mission to the base had more far-reaching effects. Bingham cites General Hobson’s intervention to keep to Base operational today because of its role in repair and maintenance.

Because of the massive infrastructure put in place by General Hobson, which carried over into Nuclear Warfare maintenance, Hill was spared closure during the Base Realignment and Closure Commission of the 1990s and has continued to provide employment to thousands in the region for decades.

General Hobson’s legacy, including the thousands employed by the missions he helped bring to the base, is still remembered in many ways on the base itself. Just one example would be the Hobson House. The old Ogden Arsenal headquarters building, which is now used as the Distinguished Visitors Quarters, is named after him and carries his name into the current century. l

Hope Across Borders addresses the plight of Ukrainian refugees

By Peri Kinder peri.k@thecityjournals.com

AsRussian tanks rolled across Ukraine’s border in February 2022, Win and Mindie Packer watched the beginning of the war in disbelief. Win Packer had served a church mission in Russia in the ‘90s and had observed the brotherly relationship between the two countries.

“Ukrainians and Russians were kind of like Americans and Canadians,” Win Packer said. “There are tons of family members and people who talk to each other all the time. There was a very soft border between the two [countries]. And so when the war broke out, I was blown away that this could happen to these people who were pretty much like brother and sister countries, and people with similar cultures.”

When they saw the mass exodus of people, mostly women and children, leaving war zones in Ukraine, the Packers knew they had to step in. Mindie Packer said they couldn’t save all of the millions of refugees, but they could help a few.

In July 2022, the Riverton residents took their first trip to Poland and connected with other humanitarian groups, including World Central Kitchen. An abandoned shopping mall had been converted into a refugee camp, but it was meant to be short-term and was in the process of being shut down. It was chaos as all the refugees scrambled to find new housing.

“My heart broke,” Mindie Packer said. “There were people my age who had kids that were my kids’ age that literally had to leave with nothing, just to get to safety. I was seeing it on the news, but to witness it first-hand was surreal. It was unbelievable.”

The Packers spent the week transporting people to different refugee

camps, helping them establish toy rooms for the kids, laundry rooms for families and helping all of them find clothing. That trip was the first of many as the Packers returned to Poland and Ukraine several times over the course of the year.

They started the process to create Hope Across Borders, a nonprofit organization that helps Ukrainian refugees, and continued bringing much-needed clothing, school supplies and laptops to the many children who were forced to leave their homes.

With the help of donations, the Packers set up a computer lab in a refugee camp so students could stay on top

of schoolwork. They worked with Delta Airlines to get free checked bags filled with underwear, socks, shoes, warm clothes and coats.

Michael Thaler traveled with the Packers in July, on their latest trip, and spent three days in Ukraine. Thaler said refugee centers in the western part of Ukraine had terrible living conditions.

“What stood out was there’s such a big need and what we did was amazing, but there’s just a huge need,” he said. “That was kind of overwhelming to see that. We don't see that on the news.”

The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees estimates nearly 6

million people were internally displaced across Ukraine by the end of 2022, with another 2.5-3 million people crossing into Poland as refugees.

Hope Across Borders completed the federal process to become a 501(c)(3) in July and 100% of donations go to help refugees. The organization also sponsors Ukrainians to come to the United States and recently helped a Ukrainian family relocate to Riverton. For more information, visit HopeXBorders.com.

“I mean, there are millions of refugees and we obviously can’t help all of them,” Mindie Packer said. “But we’re trying to do what we can.” l

MAJ. GENERAL KENNETH HOBSON - a Key figure at Hill in the 1960s. Courtesy Photo

HOPE ACROSS BORDERS, founded by Riverton residents Win and Mindie Packer, is a nonprofit helping Ukrainian refugees in Poland and Ukraine. The organization provides clothes, laptops, school supplies and other necessities for Ukrainian families in crisis.

Photo courtesy of Hope Across Borders

OPINION

Citizenship entails responsibilities

Ihave a friend who is a pragmatist. “You are seldom going to get exactly what you want, so you need to be satisfied with the next closest thing,” he says.

He applies this not only to products but also to politics. For some, this makes sense when viewing Davis County’s elected leaders.

CYCLOPS

BY BRYAN GRAY

The Utah Legislature is a perfect case. In recent decades, no county has had more influence at the State Capitol than Davis.

When I first moved here, I was told by Salt Lake journalists that the “go-to” guy in the Legislature lived only a mile from my small one-bedroom apartment. “If you want something done or need a bill passed, you need to talk with Haven Barlow.”

Barlow, a banker, real estate developer, and insurance broker, was a well-respected titan of the Senate. When several residents approached him about being able to call Salt Lake or Ogden without paying a long-distance fee, he assured them he’d talk to the telephone company. Even though the company hated to take the financial hit, its officers didn’t want to anger the powerful Barlow. Later, when a young upstart announced he would run for office against one of Barlow’s legislative friends, the senator simply said, “Hold your water. Give it two more years and I’ll make sure you replace him.”

He wasn’t the only power. Kevin Garn made a rapid rise in county politics, elected to leadership by his peers after only one two-year term, he eventually served as Majority Leader of the Utah House – and no legislator wants to mess with the Majority Leader.

Which brings us to today…Davis County’s Brad Wilson is ending his tenure as Speaker of the House and will probably be replaced as speaker with Mike Schultz who, while technically

representing more Weber County than Davis constituents, has long-time business ties in Davis.

As for the Senate, the President is Stuart Adams, from one of the county’s more prominent families.

Again, you don’t have to agree with either of them politically. As the Democratic Party stated on Wilson’s legislative record, “From brutally gerrymandering our districts to pushing through school vouchers, to relentlessly attacking trans kids, to ripping reproductive freedom away from thousands of Utah women, Wilson’s record is one of right-wing extremism.”

Certainly, the same – if not more – could be said about Sen Adams. But considering the conservative bent of Davis voters, one can make a case that the county was protected (and received financial benefits) by having the top two legislative leaders being long-time residents.

And one should not neglect Becky Edwards. The Bountiful woman and former House member didn’t hold a leadership post, but she became influential in the Republican Party, only slightly losing this year’s primary election for a U.S. House seat in Washington D.C. And if she had won, who would she have replaced? Another Davis County resident, Rep. Chris Stewart.

You shouldn’t vote for someone simply due to their power. What they stand for is vastly more important, but aside from politics, Davis County has had more influence in state government than its population total would deem appropriate.

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

The opinions stated in these articles are solely those of the authors and not of the Davis Journal.

Trump and Daniels, hush money doesn’t work

An ongoing saga continues to surround Former President Donald Trump and porn star Stormy Daniels. Will it never end? Trump may or may not be indicted by the time you read this but who knows? Who isn’t tired of hearing about an alleged sexual encounter between these two?

GLENN MOLETTE AUTHOR

Former President Trump has denied the encounter ever occurred but Daniels has said it did occur. Who is telling the truth? Who should we believe? Is there proof of this alleged “affair” or sexual encounter?

Does anyone have a video of the Trump and Daniels encounter? Apparently, Daniels is big on videos for money participating in encounters that most of us really do not want to see. I’m sure some people do since pornography is an international addictive problem that destroys more lives than we will ever know. Even if it existed, we certainly do not want to see any such “encounter” between Daniels and Trump. Even so, how do you prove such an event took place? We are back again to “he said, she said.”

President Trump has had his feet to the fire because he is alleged to have paid $130,000 to Daniels to keep quiet about the “encounter.” The problem is unclear. Is he alleged to have paid the money out of campaign funds raised for his Presidential bid in 2016? Or, is this about being an amount of money beyond the legal campaign donation cap and how could it ever be considered a campaign donation? Does any of it make sense? As much money as Trump has, would he not have just paid her out of his petty cash fund? If Daniels and Trump had a dispute then how is it illegal to have settled a dispute? People do it every day.

Trump made millions just from his reality television show The Apprentice on NBC. I always figured this is one reason NBC hates Trump so much. He made them a lot of money and the show was still making major money when he quit to run for President. Money and greed color everything.

Why don’t they just produce the check written to Daniels? Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney who served time in prison, allegedly gave the money to Daniels and was reimbursed by

Trump. Did he write a check from his personal account? How did Trump reimburse Cohen? Did he go to the bank and get a cashier’s check? Just go back and do an audit. How credible is Cohen? Does Cohen know for sure which account the money came from?

Back in 1974 Jerry Springer, (Yes, the TV reality show star) resigned from the Cincinnati City Council because he had written two checks to two different prostitutes in Northern, Kentucky. The controversy took over his life but he was later reelected to the city council and even later served as mayor. In one of his commercials, that I remember seeing, he said, “I made a mistake. I paid a prostitute with a check.” He actually wrote two checks. One was for $50 and the other was for $25. He would go on to serve as Cincinnati’s mayor from 1977-1978. But wait, he admitted to it and he didn’t pay it from campaign or government funds. Looks like if Trump could get in trouble for paying for an “encounter,” then Daniels would be in trouble for prostitution. But wait, she didn’t collect money for an alleged encounter with Trump, but she got money to be quiet about the encounter with Trump. Is this not blackmail? Are there not any consequences for blackmail? Apparently, there is more money to be made from being quiet about “encounters” than actually selling oneself for an “encounter”. She did reportedly receive a handsome book royalty check to talk about her life that attorney Michael Avenatti stole. He is now serving time in prison for defrauding clients and tax evasion.

There is probably more that will be said about this alleged “encounter”. This proves it doesn’t work to pay porn stars hush money, because, they take the money and still tell everybody.

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

At This Point In Our Journey

About a year ago I discussed the concept that we have been in the midst of a journey for an Eternity. Our journey carries a significance that is life-altering and purposeful since we are developing as children of God. So with this in mind, we need to ask ourselves, “How are we doing?”

JOHN WATERBURY

Now, I’ll be the first to admit that life can be hectic at times and that especially during these last few years with the worldwide upheaval of the coronavirus, it might have been easy to become distracted and confused. Maybe we need to ask, “How are we managing what we’ve been given? For a while, we might have managed our lives by simply coasting, especially in the midst of uncertainty, anxiety, and hesitancy. But that was then. This is now. I don’t believe that coasting is going to work very well for us anymore.

I’m aware that even with the best of intentions, our expectations have taken a beating, and we may have lost some of our momentum. So, how are we doing with our expectations now?” With this in mind, one of my favorite sports heroes was Michael Jordan, and on one occasion, he made a comment that got my attention: He said, “You must expect great things of yourself before you can achieve them.”

Another famous philosopher, Grandma Moses, added her insight to Michael Jor-

dan’s when she wrote:

“Life is what you make it. Always has been, always will be.” Pretty simple, isn’t it? Well, there you have it. So, once again, I would ask, “How are we doing?” Do you ever feel lost or overwhelmed? Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf had this to say about getting lost: “It matters not how you became lost. What matters is that you are Heavenly Father’s child and He loves you. The most powerful Being in the universe is the Father of your spirit. He loves you with a perfect love.” There you have it. No matter what, be patient with yourself. Help those around you. Make a difference. Don’t settle for less. Stay on track, or get back on track. God knows where we are. He knows who we are. Everything is already alright.

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

Bountiful girls’ soccer falls to Clearfield, finishes second in region

By Josh McFadden joshm@mycityjournals.com

Bountiful

In a crucial game last week against Clearfield, the Bountiful girls’ soccer came up short, missing out on the chance to take first in Region 5.

The Redhawks lost on Sept. 21 to the Falcons— newcomers to Region 5—by the count of 5-2. The loss came at home and wasn’t the close outcome that occurred the last time the teams met on Aug. 24 when Clearfield won 3-2. In this latest game, a rough second half did in the Redhawks. Bountiful finished the regular season at 12-4 overall and 11-3 in Region 5.

Belle Sorensen and Caroline Hellewell scored in the first half for Bountiful, helping their team achieve a 2-2 tie at halftime. However, things went the wrong way in the second half as Clearfield exploded for three goals. The five goals were the most Bountiful had given up since a season-opening loss to Layton.

Despite the disappointing defeat, Bountiful bounced back on Tuesday to shut out Box Elder 3-0 at home. Hellewell had two goals, and Sorensen had one in the triumph. Ellyse Kessler was excellent, assisting on all three goals. Daisy Williams got the shutout, her eighth of the season and No. 20.5 for her career.

The state tournament is set to begin Oct. 4. Bountiful now waits to see what RPI ranking and playoff seeding it gets. The team has some firepower. Sorensen and Hellewell form one of the best one-two punches in the state, with 15 and 14 goals, respectively. Hellewell also

has 15 assists. Kessler isn’t far behind. The senior had nine goals and 11 assists this season.

Woods Cross

The Wildcats won three of their final four games to

finish Region 5 with an even 7-7 mark. Woods Cross enters the postseason with an 8-7 record overall.

Woods Cross upended 6-1 on Sept. 21 in an offensive showcase—especially for Oakley Anderson. The senior had four goals on the day, giving her 19 for the season and 35 for her career. Anderson is ninth in the state and second in Class 5A in goals this season. Also in the game, Nixon Milliron and Clara Howes had goals, while Deja Evans had an assist. Woods Cross scored three times in both halves.

In the regular-season finale on Tuesday, the Wildcats dropped a 4-2 decision to Northridge on the road. Woods Cross scored a goal in both halves but gave up a pair of goals in the first and second halves too. It was a stark contrast to the previous meeting on Aug. 24 when Woods Cross held the Knights scoreless in a 2-0 victory.

Viewmont

The Vikings ended up going 3-11 in Region 5 and 4-12 overall this season. Viewmont dropped its final game, a 1-0 loss to Roy.

On Sept. 21, the team defeated Box Elder 1-0 in a strong defensive performance from the Vikings. Susan Lamb got the shutout in the net, while Annie Layton scored. Tally Smith assisted on Layton’s goal. It was Layton’s fifth goal of the season and Lamb’s third shutout. Smith got her first assist of the year as well. All three players are sophomores, so the future bodes well for Viewmont.

The Vikings will await word on what RPI ranking they receive. l

Region 5 football: Woods Cross and Viewmont fall, but Bountiful cruises

By Josh McFadden joshm@mycityjournals.com

Week seven of high school football featured just about everything for local Region 5 teams. One squad won in a blowout, while another was on the other end of a lopsided affair. The third team was a close heartbreaker.

With three games to go in the regular season, a lot can still happen before the state tournament begins in late Oct.

Bountiful

The Redhawks’ latest conquest took about half of a quarter to decide. At home last Friday against Region 5 newcomer Clearfield, Bountiful effectively moved to 3-1 in region play and 4-3 on the season about six minutes into the game.

Bountiful returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown, courtesy of Brock McSwain from 89 yards out. That was a sign of a lot to come in the first half. At the 10:09 mark of the first quarter, Faletau Satuala had a 7-yard touchdown pass from Emmerson Geilman. This preceded the next score, a 10-yard run from Freddie Feditoa, just two minutes later. With 5:51 to play in the first

quarter, it was the defense’s turn, as Satuala, playing on that side too, returned an interception 64 yards for a score.

It was 26-0 with just under six minutes left in the opening quarter. And the Redhawks weren’t done yet.

Brigham Morrison had an 8-yard TD run with 2:47 to play in the quarter. Then, Satuala had his third touchdown of the first quarter when he hauled in a 23-yard pass from Geilman. The first-quarter damage was this: 40-0 in favor of the Redhawks.

It didn’t stop there.

Bountiful racked up 27 more points in the second quarter, beginning with Geilman’s 23yard TD pass to Sawyer Crane. Damon Manwill scored on an 11-yard run, followed by a 34-yard interception return from Crane, who joined Satuala in scoring on both sides of the ball. Fekitoa

Please see FOOTBALL: pg.8

THE BOUNTIFUL FOOTBALL TEAM’S first trip up the steps of the season. The Redhawks won their first “Official” Home game against Clearfield 67 - 14.

MYKA PAGE, BOUNTIFUL (30) beats Reagan Cornell, Clearfield to control the ball, but the Falcons pecked away at the Redhawks in the Second-half winning 5 - 2.

ELLYSE KESSLER, BOUNTIFUL (12) dances with Claire Hadley (19). The Falcons led the Two-step routine 5 - 2 scoring 3 in the second half.

Photos by Carl Page

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

is going to be so exciting to see them the rest of this season in the next few years, with such a young team of impressive talent! We are rivals, but when Woods Cross plays anyone else we are cheering them on. We look forward to facing them again at their place!”

Also this week, Bountiful beat Box Elder 22-25, 25-21, 25-15, 25-19 Sept. 19. Taylor Harvey put away 27 kills with Milika Satuala adding 14.

“We played a great game,” said White. “Box Elder is a solid team and always challenges us with strategy and consistency, which made for a really fun game. We lost the first set but were able to come back in the last three. The girls passed a collective 2.37 in the third set as well as serving six aces.”

Also helping the Redhawks offense were Macie Johnson with five kills and Harvey and Hallie Hewlett serving up three and two aces, respectively.

“I am so proud of the girls so far this season,” White said. “They take every game one at a time and give their best every time. They are a pleasure to coach and know as young women.”

Bountiful remains undefeated through seven Region 5 matches and is 10-5 this season.

Viewmont

Viewmont defeated Roy 25-16, 25-23, 26-24 Sept. 19.

Senior Maddie Lege put away 12 kills for the Vikings with sophomore Miya Edgington serving six aces. Edgington and junior CJ Johnson ran the offense with 19 and 13 assists, respectively. On defense, senior Brittley Gines recorded eight digs with Vanessa Haddock adding seven.

“This was a good home win for us,” said head coach Karl Lippa. “Our serving started off very strong, and that helped us get to a strong win in the first set. The second and third sets were more balanced with Roy’s defense coming alive, and the Royals played extremely well. We won the last two sets which included great play from both teams.”

Against Clearfield Sept. 21, Viewmont pulled out a win in five sets 2527, 25-21, 22-25, 25-22, 15-11.

Lege, Haddock, and senior Sydney Hansen teamed up for 31 kills with Gines adding five aces. Edgington and Johnson both had 15 assists in running the offense. Senior Julia Baird was big at the net with eight blocks with Baird recording 13 digs while Gines (18 digs) and Haddock (16) also had double digits on defense.

“This was a true test of both teams,” Lippa said. “The crowd at Clearfield brought a great energy for both sides, and the teams were equally strong at various points in the match. The deciding, fifth set was an exam -

had a 4-yard TD run with 1:15 before halftime. The halftime score was 67-0. You read that correctly.

Bountiful spent the second half essentially running out the clock with backup players. Clearfield did put two touchdowns on the board in the second half, but the final tally was 67-14 for the Redhawks.

Geilman completed all 11 of his passes, amassing 150 yards and three

ple of the entire match as Clearfield jumped out to a 5-0 lead before we rallied back to take a 6-5 lead. The teams traded points with the score tied at 11 before we pulled away, winning the match.”

The Vikings are now 4-3 in region play and 9-8 so far this year.

“Region 5 continues to be a well-balanced group of teams where I believe any team can compete and win against any team any day,” Lippa said. “This past Thursday specifically, three of the four matches went to five sets as an example.”

Woods Cross

Woods Cross beat Northridge 257, 25-19, 25-13 Sept. 19 with a balanced offensive attack.

Sophomore Avery Poulton and freshman Brylee Howard put away eight kills each, hitting .538 and .500 respectively, with junior Nesi Pututau (nine kills) and freshman Alisi Tapa’atoutai also adding eight. Senior Dani Brey had four aces from the serving line while freshman Zamari Christensen set up the offense with 16 assists. On defense, senior Akilisi Pahula (seven digs), Christensen (six), and freshman Ella Hinton (six) also helped toward the 32 team digs.

In the five-set loss to Bountiful, Poulton’s 23 kills and Tapa’atoutai’s 14 led the Wildcats. Pahulu added three aces and Christensen had 28 assists for the offense. Senior Dani Brey recorded 18 digs on the back line with Poulton adding 11 and senior Annie Lewis recording four blocks at the net.

Woods Cross is now 6-1 in the Region 5 standings and 11-4 this season.

Davis

Davis defeated Fremont 25-18, 2523, 16-25, 25-15 Sept. 19.

The Darts were led by senior Loryn

touchdowns. Fekitoa and Manwill each carried the ball eight times, getting 59 yards and 56 yards, respectively. Jacob Brooks had five catches for 60 yards. In addition to the interceptions that Satuala and Crane ran back for scores, Evan DeHart also picked off a Clearfield pass.

Bountiful plays at Box Elder on Friday. The Redhawks have scored a total of 105 points in the past two weeks.

Woods Cross

At the other end of the spectrum, it was a rough outing last Friday for the Wildcats, who dropped to 4-3 (2-2 in region play) with a 51-17 loss to Roy.

Woods Cross led 3-0 at the end of the first quarter, thanks to a 42-yard field goal from Ben Smith-Mecham. But after Roy got a safety seconds into the second quarter, it was all downhill from there for the Wildcats. Down 3-2, Roy scored 21 more points in a row to go up 23-3. Woods Cross narrowed the gap to 23-10 with a 51-yard run from Lock Smoot. After another Roy touchdown, Woods Cross made things interesting at 30-17 with 9:17 left in the game. That’s when Cash Henderson got into the end zone with a 5-yard run. But Roy answered with three consecutive touchdowns to win going away.

In a losing effort, Smoot had 12 carries for 92 yards and a touchdown.

Isaac Johnson had four tackles, 1.5 sacks, and an interception for Woods Cross.

The Wildcats play at Northridge on Friday.

Viewmont

The Vikings dropped to 0-4 in Re -

Helgesen’s 11 kills and eight kills from junior Anabell Briggs. Senior Anna Harkness and junior Avery Jensen had three aces each of the team’s 10 aces with junior Avery Jensen running the offense with 16 assists. On defense, junior Paige Halliday had five blocks with Briggs recording seven digs.

Against Syracuse Sept. 21, Davis lost 27-25, 25-21, 22-25, 25-14 despite Helgesen’s 27-kill night.

Other Dart leaders in the loss were Jensen with 26 assists and three aces, Briggs with three aces and 10 digs and Halliday with three blocks. Davis is now 1-2 in Region 1 and 5-8 on the year.

Farmington Farmington lost to Weber 15-25, 25-16, 25-23, 25-14 Sept. 19. The Phoenix squad was led offensively by senior Kaylee Monroe with 12 kills,

senior Brady Day recording 27 assists, and senior Brinlee Galbraith serving up three aces.

On defense, senior Jenna Goates had eight blocks at the net and senior Quincy Wilson dug up 15 balls on the back line.

Against Layton Sept. 21, Farmington pulled out a five-setter 25-20, 1725, 25-14, 15-25, 15-13.

Whitney had 17 kills to lead the Phoenix team with Monroe adding 13 and junior Ellyse Taylor 10. Day ran the offense with 37 assists while senior Rachel Shingleton recorded 11 blocks and Wilson and Galbraith teamed up for 31 digs on defense.

At the Copper Hills JV/sophomore tournament Sept. 22-23, both squads were 3-3 on the weekend.

Farmington is now 2-2 in Region 1 play and 10-7 this season. l

gion 5 and 2-5 overall with a narrow 31-28 defeat at the hands of Box Elder. It was the third single-digit loss of the season for the Vikings.

Viewmont scored seven points in each quarter and kept pace with the Bees all night. Daren Tovey threw touchdown passes to Cache Tuia (38 yards), Kingston Mickens (6 yards), and Drez Jensen (11 yards), and Dax Nielsen had a 5-yard TD run in the second quarter. Jensen’s score with 3:48 left in the game tied things up at 28-28.

But Box Elder hit a 20-yard field goal with just two seconds to play to secure the win, giving the Vikings

their fourth-straight loss.

Tovey had a strong outing in defeat. The senior quarterback had 256 yards and three touchdowns on 17 of 25 passing. He also rushed for a teamhigh 59 yards on 12 carries. Mickens had nine catches for 113 yards on the day. Tuia also had 113 yards receiving, getting his yardage on just four catches. Landon Sharp led the defense with 11 tackles.

To get back on the winning track, Viewmont will have to get past Roy on the road this Friday. l

TAYLOR HARVEY, BOUNTIFUL MIDDLE HITTER (10) and Elsie Breinholt (2) go up to block Woods Cross’ Millie Oscarson (12). The Redhawks also blocked the Wildcats from winning by taking the last three games 3 to 2.

THE WOODS CROSS VOLLEYBALL team happily poses for a photo with a “WX" hand-gesture after winning the first two games against Bountiful. Unfortunately, it takes three games to win and the Redhawks did just that winning three straight to beat the Wildcats 3 Games to 2.

Photos by Roger V. Tuttle

FOOTBALL: Continued from pg. 7

JACOB BROOKS, BOUNTIFUL (0) takes on a nest of Falcons from Clearfield. Brooks had 5 Receptions for 60 Yards as the Redhawks flew over the Falcons 6714.

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

WHAT TO WATCH

By Jenniffer Wardell The Movie Guru

The Creator (in theaters)

There’s not enough serious, thoughtful sci-fi coming out of Hollywood these days.

One movie looking to buck that trend is Gareth Edward’s “The Creator,” opening this weekend. Though the trailers keep trying to make it look like an action film, the movie is really a tense, heartbreaking perspective shift of a classic sci-fi trope. There are a handful of good action scenes, but those aren’t the moments you’ll still find lingering in your thoughts days later.

After a deft opening explaining the history of A.I. in the world of the movie, the movie follows a vet scarred by an experience from five years before. When he’s tempted by the hope that his wife is still alive, he plunges back into a battle that makes him question everything he’s ever believed.

The movie is beautifully constructed, with classic sci-fi tropes put together in satisfying, sometimes unexpected ways. The opening scenes offer some of the best twists, but there are a few moments later that might surprise you. Even if you can see them com-

ing, the story beats are so narratively right that you’ll be happy to see them land just as you predicted.

The acting, however, is what gives the movie its depth. John David Washington is fantastic as the vet, balancing a complicated role that requires everything from villainy to serving as the movie’s emotional anchor. There’s a long time where he’s not sure which side he’s on, and Washington makes us see and understand every moment of that journey.

The real heart of the movie is newcomer Madeleine Yuna Voles. She has an even more complicated role than Washington in some ways, and she captures every nuance so well it will break your heart. She’s only a kid now, but if she keeps this up we’ve got a future superstar on our hands.

Together, they bring classic sci-fi beautifully to life.

Grade: Three and a half stars Dumb Money (in theaters)

Do you remember when GameStop stocks got the news a few years ago? Did you wonder why you should care?

If you answered yes, or missed the whole thing but are suddenly interested, then “Dumb Money” is the movie for you. A fictionalized account of how

regular, everyday investors went to war against Wall Street over GameStop stocks, the movie is a rousing story about the little guy fighting back. While the movie’s urge toward thoroughness saps some of its dramatic potential, it offers an interesting look at an odd story.

For those who don’t know, short selling is when investment firms get more profit by a stock price going down instead of up. When these firms targeted GameStop, however, a YouTuber who talked about finance bought a lot of shares and made a video about how much he believed in the stock. A lot of regular people bought stock, prices rose, the investment firms lost money, and more people bought stock. Repeat until Wall Street panics.

Though the movie misses the fact that a lot of big-time investors also bought a ton of GameStop stock, it tries to be accurate enough to include actual testimony video. Unfortunately, it’s the parts they didn’t copy from reality that are the most compelling. The imagined stories of individual investors had the kind of fear, hope and drama I look for in movies. The rest of it is interesting but might have been more effective in a book.

Grade: two and a half stars

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

“The Creator” heartbreaking, while “Dumb Money” more fact than story

Credit for photo ©20th Century Studios

OBITUARIES

William

William Kent Johnson returned to his Heavenly Father on Sept. 21, 2023, in Layton, Utah. He was born on June 5, 1946, to William Albert and Afton Elizabeth Egbert Johnson in Salt Lake City, Utah. Sept. 9, 1971, he was sealed to his eternal companion DeeAnn Wood in the Salt Lake Temple, they were blessed with three daughters.

William graduated from Davis High School, honorably served in the US Army, earned his Bachelor of Science degree at Weber State University, and graduated in commercial art.

He was an active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he held many positions including Counselor in the bishopric and ward clerk. His favorite calling was in the nursery. He served as a missionary in the Southwest British Mission for two and a half years.

William was also known for his volunteer work; he served on the Davis County Fair Board, volunteered on Parks and Recreation for Layton City, and was honored as Hometown Hero for Layton City.

He enjoyed Dutch oven cooking, graphic design, camping, art, and making chainsaw bears.

William is survived by his beloved wife of 52 years, DeeAnn; his daughters, Kirsten McDougal and Jessica Johnson; granddaughters, Carlye McDougal, Patience Reeves, Nadia McDougal; grandson, RC Reeves; and sisters, Diane Ferrin and Erla Pherson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and daughter, Erica.

The family would like to thank Emerald Ward for their love and support. All the medical physicians and nurses who cared for him over the years. And, of course, all

their loving family and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations can be sent in his name to AFSP.ORG “American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.”

Funeral Services were held Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at the Emerald Ward Chapel, 1325 East Cherry Lane, Layton, Utah.

Friends and family gathered Tuesday evening at Myers Mortuary, 250 North Fairfield Road, Layton, Utah, and at the church prior to services. Interment was at Evergreen Memorial Park, 100 Monroe Blvd, Ogden, Utah, where military honors were accorded. Condolences may be sent to www.myers-mortuary.com

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of William Kent Johnson, please visit our floral store.

Nov. 30, 1932-Sept. 21, 2023

Halvor Miller Olsen passed away on Sept. 21, 2023, age 90, of natural causes. He was born Nov. 30, 1932, in LDS Hospital, Salt Lake City, Utah, the son of Joseph William Olsen and Ruby Annetta Miller. His wife Amy Floisand preceded him in death in 2019. He is survived by sister Marjorie Moody of West Bountiful and sister Karen (Dwaine) Hatch of St. George.

He served as a missionary for 2 1/2 years in the Norwegian Mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he became acquainted with the Olsen Family Norwegian ancestors and started his love of Genealogy work.

Halvor graduated from Davis High School in 1951. He earned his BA Degree in education from Brigham Young University and an MA Degree in Education from the University of Utah.

He taught in several Elementary Schools in the Salt Lake City and Bountiful areas for 30 years. He was a favored Teacher and loved to be with children.

He enjoyed compiling the Olsen Family genealogy, all the written records, stories, and photos for over 40 years.

He also loved working on the farm in West Bountiful where he spent all his life. He loved animals and raised cows and horses and chickens and ducks, they all had names. Also growing hay and various crops and fruit trees was his delight. He lovingly taught his many nieces and nephews to ride horses and do other fun farm-centered jobs.

The love of his life was Amy Floisand. They met at the Sons of Norway organization’s monthly meetings and events where they danced and enjoyed activities. They fell in love and married in the Salt Lake Temple in 1977. They had a lovely home by the farm in West Bountiful and lived there for 42 years.

Hal, as he was called, enjoyed developing

the property of the old farm into a mass of beautiful homes called the “Olsen Farm Estates.” Where families enjoy living in this fine community to this day.

We say goodbye to our loving Brother, Uncle, and Friend with sadness but love and gratitude for the huge impact he had on our lives. His memory will live on in our hearts and be a constant reminder of the importance of family, love, hard work, sharing, teaching, and most of all… being resilient. We love you Halvor.

Funeral Services will be held Friday, Sept. 29th, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the West Bountiful Chapel, 1930 North 600 West, West Bountiful, Utah. A viewing will be held Thursday evening, Sept. 28th, 2023, from 6-8 p.m. at Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main Street, Bountiful, Utah, and Friday morning from 9:45-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to services. Services will be streamed live on Halvor’s obituary at www.russonmortuary.com.

Randy J. Morris (16521)

SCALLEY READING BATES

HANSEN & RASMUSSEN, P.C.

Attorneys for Abdulsalam Ismaeil 15 West South Temple, Suite 600 Salt Lake City, Utah 84101

Telephone: (801) 531-7870

Facsimile: (80 I) 326-4669

E-mail: nnorris@scalleyreading.net

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

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

DATED this 13th day of September 2023.

ABDULSALAM ISMAEIL

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

PAUL J. BARTON

Utah State Bar No. 0236

Attorney for the Personal Representative

3500 South Main Street, Suite 100

Salt Lake City, Utah 84115

Telephone No. (801) 322-2300

INTHE SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT OF DAVIS COUNTY STATE OF UTAH

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Estate of Sherell R. Powell, Deceased

Probate No. 233700450

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

Date of first publication:

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

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

ANNOUNCEMENT OF APPOINTMENT AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Probate No 233700541

In the Second Judicial District Court-Farmington

800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025

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

Dated 09/26/2023

/s/ Jon F. Pfeifer

/s/ Sonya Jean Snow

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

Date of first publication 09/29/2023

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

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departments have studied how to communicate upcoming road projects and modifications such as closures and have determined the best way is still “the most old-fashioned way:” electronic roadside signs, Shaw said. “That’s a way to get everybody’s attention that’s driving

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Environmentalist groups sue Utah

By Owen Stephens Davis Journal intern

Environmental as well as community groups are suing the state of Utah, because they believe that the state has not done enough, to prevent the collapse of the Great Salt Lake. The groups filing a lawsuit against the state of Utah are the “Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment,” the “American Bird Conservancy,” the “Center for Biological Diversity,” and the “Utah Rivers Council.”

There are many negatives to our Great Salt Lake decreasing. For starters, the Great Salt Lake is home to 338 different types of birds. As well as many brine flies, and brine shrimp that these birds feed on during their migration. They use the lake as a stopover and feeding pass before continuing their journey. However, the further depletion of the lake has led to fewer and fewer brine flies as well as brine shrimp, causing many birds to have a lack of food, leading to differing

migratory patterns, or even death for many of these incredible birds.

Another negative of the Great Salt Lake decreasing is the potential lack of jobs that this may lead to. The Great Salt Lake offers 7,700 jobs, such as mineral extraction, and harvesting brine shrimp. Many of these jobs are in danger of disappearing if the lake were to dry up. The state of Utah would also lose a significant amount of money, from these jobs as well as the tourism that the lake brings in. The lake brings in roughly 2 billion into our economy, which would be a significant loss for the State.

The final and most substantial of the effects is the impact it would have on humans. The lake masks many lakebed sediments that are harmful to humans. The depletion of the lake, however, has led to many things such as arsenic, mercury, nickel, and lead, that go into the air. These are very harmful to breathe in, and people have already been exposed to a lot of these toxins and unfortunately breathe in. As the lake further depletes

it leads to this problem only becoming worse. Ecologist Ben Abbot from Brigham Young University states that this would be, “one of the worst environmental disasters in modern US history.”

“The shrinking of Great Salt Lake has already become a major source of air pollution and a serious public health hazard from the dust and the heavy metals and residual industrial and agricultural chemicals that contaminate that dust,” Dr. Brian Moench from the Utah Physicians for a Healthy Environment and a resident of Davis County said. “Further

shrinking of the lake, and its eventual disappearance, will become a public health disaster, and a threat to the health, well-being, and life expectancy of everyone who lives along the Wasatch Front.”

These are the largest effects, with the most impact. These are the prominent points that will be used most likely in this case. This is an impactful case and just shows the overall state that the Great Salt Lake is in. l

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THE DISAPPEARANCE OF THE Great Salt Lake could be an ecological disaster, which is why people are taking action.

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