The Davis Journal | January 26, 2024

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SPORTS

County looks for funding from legislature for homeless shelter

HOMELESS CAMPS ALONG Victory Road in Salt Lake City.

Camps are starting to pop up in Davis County.

Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com FARMINGTON—Most residents don’t realize there is a homeless problem in Davis County but it’s here – it’s just not obvious. In an effort to curb the rising numbers and to comply with a state mandate, the county is asking the legislature this session for funding to open a shelter.

“The Governor set aside $128 million just specifically for homeless services,” said Commissioner Lorene Kamalu. “Last

year HB499 was passed by the legislature requiring counties to have beds for a certain number of people in the winter between October and April. The bill was an unfunded mandate.”

“As far as the future goes we understand that we need to be prepared for homelessness,” said Commission Chair Bob Stevenson. “There are two things.

One, people who don’t want to be in a home and two, an element of good people who run into bad luck.”

It’s important to help people move

along in Davis County because the problem does exist, he said. “Now we have to decide how we’re going to handle this. If we don’t get funding from the legislature we’ll have less money to make this work.”

Davis Behavioral Health (DBH) already has 140 beds of permanent housing, said Kamalu. “Otherwise those people would be out on the street. Open Doors outreach is year round.”

DBH is working to build a faciliPlease see HOMELESS: pg. 2

Layton artist wins in prestigious contest

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com LAYTON—It’s taken a few years to get here, but Jennifer Mellen is starting to see the results of her hard work. Mellen is a winner in the L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest and is headed to a Hollywood awards event in April. Her art will be published in the international bestselling anthology, “L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 40.”

“I’d done some commission work here and there,” said Mellen. “I found I liked illustration. I was looking at classes and programs at Salt Lake Community College and thought it sounded fun and something I’d want to do.”

Mellen got an associate degree in illustration. “It took eight years to complete with marriage and family,” she said. “When I graduated I had

two little kids. I have three kids now.”

In the sixth grade, Mellen said she entered the school reflections contest and won.

“They had an awards ceremony. I knew I wanted to keep doing it because it was fun. I always wanted to be an artist.

It’s something my mom liked to do. She went to the college of art but it wasn’t something she pursued.”

However, Mellen said she didn’t know what direction to take. “I saw art in galleries but that wasn’t what I wanted to do. I wanted to create things that are fantastic and fantasy but those are underestimated by the galleries and art shows.

Museums can’t really do anything with this.”

After her third child was born, Mellen and her husband decided to start their own

MILIKA SATUALA, Bountiful slams into Roy’s Rihanna Jones. Satuala led the Redhawks past the Royals with 21 points, 7 Rebounds, 5 Assists and 3 Steals winning 54 - 29.

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#1 Bountiful keeps it rolling in region play

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

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ountiful

Top-ranked Bountiful defeated Clearfield 56-47 Jan. 17, starting out strong, going up 12 by the end of the first quarter and holding off the Falcons the rest of the way.

Taylor Harvey scored 21 points to lead the Redhawks with Adelaide Stevenson (12 points), Milika Satuala (11), Maleah Nelson (six), Mae Johnson (five) and Isabeau Hoff (one) also providing offense in the win.

Against Roy Jan. 19, Bountiful won 54-29, putting the game away early by going up 32-7 at the break.

Satuala’s 21 points were tops for the Redhawks while Harvey (13 points), Johnson (10), Stevenson (six), Sila Tu’akoi (two) and Hoff (two) also scored.

Bountiful improved to 12-3 so far this season and are undefeated through six games in Region 5.

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Please see ARTIST: pg. 2

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Hill History – Looking back to look forward

By Braden Nelsen braden.n@mycityjournals.com HILL AIR FORCE BASE—Moving into the new century brought new challenges and new opportunities for Hill Air Force Base employees and personnel. The attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, brought increased air security worldwide an uptick in air activity from Hill, increases in technology, and an ever-shifting geopolitical landscape have necessitated extraordinary effort from many extraordinary people.

From those early days when operations at Hill Field helped support both flyers and the aircraft they flew, to the modern era where many trailblazing aviators have passed through the gates, Hill Air Force Base has been a staple of Air Force operations from the very beginning. Since the 1930s, until today, many amazing people have walked through those gates and helped in many ways to make the USAF what it is today.

People who were pioneers in their field, like Col. Regina “Torch” Sabric.

Col. Sabric was the first female commander of the 419 fighter wing, and the first female pilot in the entire US Air Force reserve to fly the F-35A fighter jet. As of 2020, Col. Sabric had flown 11 different aircraft over the course of her 24 years of flight experience. Col. Sabric’s trailblazing work in military aviation has paved the way and served as an example for the entire military, and points the way forward for American women interested in careers in the military.

Though leaders like Col. Jenise Carroll, who currently serves as the Senior Military Advisor to the Director of Diversity Management and Equal Opportunity in Washington, D.C., and who was the commander of the 75 Air Base Wing at Hill. Col. Carroll continues to serve as an inspiration to those she serves with and is a highly decorated officer in the United States Air Force. Col. Carroll also holds a Doctorate of Philosophy in Business Ad-

INDIVIDUALS CARRY their belongings as they brave the cold temperatures.

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COL. JENISE CARROLL – One of the many outstanding examples of service from Hill Air Force Base over its many years of operation.

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ministration Leadership and travels extensively giving inspiring motivational speeches geared toward helping those in attendance reach their full potential.

Whether it’s people like Major General Sharon K.G. Dunbar, who was the first female to serve as Commanding General of the Air Force District of Washington, or Col. Gail Halvorsen, the famous “Candy Bomber,” or any of the other amazing figures addressed in the “Hill History” series, it’s clear that Hill Air Force Base has a legacy of cultivating personnel and civilians that are outstanding in their field and in every way.

People who go above and beyond, people who rise above, and fight for right, people who overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to distinguish themselves, and serve as an example for generations to come. It’s safe to say that Davis County is proud to play host to one of the most outstanding Air Force installations in the history of the branch, and looks forward to seeing what Hill alumni will accomplish next. l

HOMELESS: Continued from pg. 1

ty that would have 60 units, she said. “It would be more efficient to have a single building so they’re not scattered and they have a community right around it. It’s the gold standard for the chronically mentally ill. Otherwise they would not have a place with support.”

The state appears to be supportive but there’s not enough of it, Kamalu said.

“Having mentally ill people on the street will just get worse.”

A lot of money can be spent looking at other shelters, she said. “Places where they get kicked out in the morning and hang around all day until they can get in at night. That’s not really the Davis County way. We have to address the root cause and stabilize it. We all want them to get out of the cycle.”

Kamalu said they know it can work.

“In St. George, they're doing it in a different way. That interests us. The data from Switchpoint Community Resource Center there shows how many people leave in 30 days.”

The standard they live by is “opportunity with accountability,” she said. “They come and receive support to do what they want to do to get out of the situation.”

The county has to use wise ways and sound policies, said Kamalu. “If you haven’t learned from other places you’re foolish. We need to seek a better model in communities that are supportive.”

The facility in St. George has all the volunteers it needs and donors, she said.

“Why? Because they’re much better at helping them turn around their lives.”

Washington County’s population is about a 1/3 of Davis County’s, said Kamalu. “A shelter is just opening in Tooele and their population is 1/3 of ours.”

It’s often non profits who lead the charge, she said. “There’s not a non-profit that can lead the charge here.”

A task force has been created made up of seven mayors and Kamalu representing the commission charged with trying to find a solution to providing a homeless shelter in Davis County. “It’s made up of the mayors of Bountiful, Farmington, Kaysville, Layton, Clearfield, Syracuse, Sunset and stakeholders in this space.”

There’s not a lot of land or buildings up for sale, Kamalu said. “We’ve been working since April but it’s hard to find a place. People need transit and other nearby services.”

Prevention is the key, she said. “Davis County is already upstream. The numbers are going to grow. With Teen Centers we’re trying to nip intergenerational poverty in the bud.”

Kamalu said they’ve heard there is some support for their request for funds in the Senate but the House thinks there are more important things to spend money on.

“We hope the House will work to understand that this is a statewide problem.” l

ARTIST: Continued from pg. 1

business, SeaDragon Cove. They produced and sold fantasy products, she said.

“We saw the potential it had and I quit my job and he quit his job. We wanted to do something within our own interest.”

In the beginning it was a struggle, said Mellen.

I painted “It was tough but we did a lot a dragon. of research and I thought eventually it became more about what successful. We he was doing merged that business with in there so We Geek ToI gave him gether Entera book and tainment.”

While atsome blantending an artkets. It made ist panel she met contest a visual story.

Judge Brian C. Jennifer Hailes. “Later Mellen on in the show people were asking me ‘why don’t you do this?’”

Mellen decided to submit her work to the contest. “The first time I got an honorable mention,” she said. “The second time I won. It was pretty great. There are three winners per quarter. I was one of three.”

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Each winner gets presented a story from the writers’ side of the contest, said Mellen. “You have to make an illustration based off of the story and it will be printed in the anthology. We each compete against the others for the grand prize.”

Winning gives Mellen the opportunity to fly out to Hollywood where the grand prize will be announced. “We get a three-day workshop with a famous illustrator,” she said. “Just saying I won, this will open doors for sure.”

The pieces she submitted to the contest were ones she started in college, Mel-

ONE OF MELLEN’S winning pieces: “Mermaid”

len said. “One of the pieces is based off of Little Mermaid. She’s almost fishy with scales all over her body. She’s a creature herself but still looks like a person.”

Mellen said the prompt in her college class had been to paint something in a jar. “I painted a dragon. I thought about what he was doing in there so I gave him a book and some blankets. It made a visual story.”

The other one was a science fiction piece, she said. “It was an alien-type astronaut with a control station and space ships going by.”

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You go back and forth. Illustration is a collaboration between the artist and client essentially.”

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BLAST FROM NEWS BRIEFS THE PAST News stories from yesteryear in Davis County Compiled by Braden Nelsen

1924

Climbers to try Mt. Everest

London – The summit of Mt. Everest will probably be reached this year, in the opinion of Dr. T.G. Longstaff, a member of the last expedition. “It all depends on the weather,” he told an interviewer. “If the climbing party reach the same altitude they did last time (27,00 feet), before the eve of the blizzard season, they should successfully accomplish the final 2,000 feet, but at that altitude, a blizzard would just kill you.”

1934

Hand cart veteran who saw golden spike drive dies at 91

John Horn, a handcart veteran, who was at Promontory when the golden spike was driven to denote the completion of the first transcontinental railroad, died Friday at the age of 91, at his home in Sunset where he and a daughter and a grandson had been living. He had been in good health a few days before he died.

He was a typical pioneer and had been engaged in farming, railroading, merchandising, watchmaking, etc.

1944

Blair S. Steed war prisoner

Sergeant Blair S. Steed of 544 Redondo Avenue, Salt Lake City, is now a prisoner of war in a camp in Germany, word has been received by his father, Marion Steed.

Sergeant Steed, who was a turret gunner in the U.S. Armed Forces, was a member of the airplane crew that helped bomb the bearing plant at Sweinfurt, Germany, on October 4.

1954

Davis announces principal for Kaysville school

Appointment of Emil Whitesides, Kaysville as principal of Davis High School, was announced Tuesday by the Davis County School Board. He succeeds G. Harold Holt, recently appointed assistant superintendent of Davis County School District.

A native of Kaysville, Mr. White-

sides, former principal of North Davis Junior High School in Clearfield, has been teaching school 34 years. During this period he served as principal of elementary schools in Davis County.

1964

Hardened prisoners test jail security

The security of the new Davis County Jail has been sorely tested during the past few weeks. Since the first of the year, two attempts at breaking out of the jail have been staged by the same group of inmates.

On Jan. 4, 12 men who had been imprisoned at the state penitentiary, were transferred to the Davis County Jail in an effort to quell a riot at the state penitentiary. These 12 men were considered the ringleaders of that riot.

1974

Clinic goes, where’s the hospital?

Even though there is no confirmation that the proposed Bountiful hospital will be at the site that has been purchased for it, the medical association has decided to go ahead with construction of a clinic adjoining this site.

The county attorney filed a motion to dismiss the Supreme Court case on the sale of the hospital ground, but the motion was dismissed and the case will be heard.

Honor Guard recognized for retiring more than a thousand American flags The Davis County Sheriff’s Office Honor Guard was recently recognized by the American Legion for participating in a service project last fall through Post 9 of the American Legion, folding and retiring over a thousand American flags.

The Honor Guard is an elite, dedicated team with the sole purpose of carrying out Honor Guard responsibilities, representing the Davis County Sheriff’s Office at ceremonial events as determined by Sheriff Kelly V. Sparks, according to the DCSO Facebook page. If you have a flag that needs to be retired, visit your local American Legion Post or VFW.

1984

Skating ice not just ordinary

BOUNTIFUL—It’s not easy to prepare an ice rink for the National Figure Skating Championships.

In fact, a lot of time, money, and volunteer service are needed to do the job.

Just ask Neal Jenkins, Bountiful Recreation Department director, and John Miller, manager of the Bountiful Ice Rink.

Mr. Jenkins said a minimum of 18 hours “on the ice” time was required just to prepare the rink for the 1984 National Figure Skating Championships which were held, in part, at the Bountiful rink last week.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

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Tuesday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., lunch provided FREE but registration required: mforbush@co.davis.ut.us Central Davis Senior Activity Center, 81 E. Center Street, Kaysville

Syracuse Police officers helped with Syracuse Elementary’s Amazing Shake event where kids practiced social etiquette when meeting new people. Officers judged them on their hand shakes, eye contact, and ability to maintain a conversation, a SPD Facebook post said.

Juvenile shot in altercation at party A juvenile was transported to a hospital in stable condition over the weekend after he sustained a gunshot wound to his leg during an altercation at a party in Syracuse.

On Jan. 20, the Syracuse Police responded to reports of a shooting that occurred in the area of 1175

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Friday, Feb. 2, Free Entry, Fun and Prizes Chili Cook-Off: 5 p.m.

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Sunset City Hall, 200 W. 1300 North

South 1950 West, where a party was being held. When officers arrived they found a juvenile male with a gunshot wound to his leg.

According to police, the initial investigation shows an altercation among several juvenile males.

Multiple shots were fired, and individuals fled the area following the shooting. Police believe it was an isolated incident.

Reported bomb threat a hoax Students and staff at the Elevations Residential Treatment Center in Syracuse were evacuated on Monday after police received a report of a bomb threat at the facility.

The Syracuse Police Department responded to the Center at 2650 W. 2700 South and enacted a shelter-in-place order for nearby residents as the bomb squad, trained in explosive material detection, and other law enforcement agencies conducted an extensive search of the building and grounds.

After a thorough investigation, the police and bomb squad determined the facility was clear and that no devices or bombs were located, according to a Syracuse Police Department release. The shelter-inplace order was lifted and students and staff were allowed to return to the building.

Police said the incident was considered an isolated event and had no connection to a juvenile shooting that took place Jan. 20.

Officers take part in ‘Amazing Shake’ event

Jan. 29-Feb 4 Davis County Health Caregiver Workshop

Compiled by Becky Ginos

New Davis County Sheriff’s deputies sworn in The Davis County Sheriff’s Office welcomed six new deputies as they took the Oath of Office last week, swearing to protect and serve the residents of Davis County.

Deputies Weitz, Skaggs, Robinson, and Martinez will serve in the Corrections Division. Deputy Isaia will serve in the Patrol Division, and Deputy Pyles will serve in the Investigations Unit.

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Tip prompts at a self-checkout airport kiosk? No way!

ith all the chalgum…and the hotel lenges our clerk who hands me a state, country, and room key…even the

BY BRYAN GRAY world face, who frowning guy who would have thought releases my car at an that a new area of impound lot. concern is the practice of Like me, you are figurand amount of tipping? Yet, ing out which categories you there is a new-found grumpwish to tip. It’s a matter of iness traced to the “swiveling principle! I will eagerly tip my tablet” or cash monitor screen barber, my Lyft driver, my bariswhere we are invited to add another ta, and sometimes the guy who puts 10-25% gratuity while the cashier stares my pizza in the oven at a casual Italian us down judging us as either charitable chain. I will not tip the Maverik cashier or cheap. who hands me the code for gasoline, the Tipping is not new, dating back to UPS driver who drops off a box on my the Middle Ages. According to a New porch, or the concessions worker who Yorker magazine contributor, English hands me a box of popcorn at a sporting coffeehouses set out money-collecting event. I may or may not tip the furniture urns “to insure promptitude,” later shortdelivery guy depending on the task. (A ened to tip. While the concept is not as LazyBoy chair in the living room? No! universal in Asia, Africa, and Europe, A heavy washing machine tote up two Americans generally have embraced the narrow flights of stairs? Probably!) idea that restaurant servers, hotel maids, In a perfect world, employees would and cab drivers are deserving of some be paid a living wage making tips unnecadded cash. essary. First, that’s not going to happen, Tipping is a way to show apprecisince it would make menu prices appear ation for good service and also an unexorbitant, decreasing the number of derstanding of pay grades. Utah restaucustomers and thereby hurting workers. rant servers, for instance, typically make In addition, how would we know the about $2.15 per hour, most of which pay rate for employees? And even if the disappears as tax withholding. If not for $2.15 rate were increased 10 times, it tips, servers would not be able to pay would be difficult to raise a family on rent, buy groceries, or drive vehicles. one income.

Granted, servers at high-end restauThe New Yorker article mentioned rants do fairly well; one server at a Utah the absurd. Tip prompts have been reRuth’s Chris Steakhouse told me that ported at a self-checkout airport kiosk, he “reported” about $80,000 annually a travel website, and – no kidding – an in tips but actually earned even more. (I employee-less hotel minibar. Gee, the can relate. While teaching high school in next thing we’ll be prompted to tip our Davis County in the early 1970s, I lived physician, our attorney, our favorite on tips earned from a second job. My Utah Jazz player, and welcoming greeter teaching salary went directly to savings.) at Walmart.

But the electronic age, especially the widespread use of credit/debit cards, Bryan Gray, a longtime Davis Counhas introduced new options. We are now ty resident, is a former school teachencouraged /enlightened to tip on almost er and has been a columnist for more every transaction. Due to the “swivelthan 26 years in newspapers along the ing tablet” I can now tip the 7-11 caWasatch Front. l shier who sells me a pack of Juicy Fruit

CYCLOPS

DWR hosts meeting on Flaming Gorge Fishery T

he Wyoming Game and Fish Department and the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources are holding a meeting to discuss updates on the Flaming Gorge Fishery and to discuss work plans for 2024. Community members interested in the status at Flaming Gorge and Anglers are encouraged to attend the meeting held on Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be located at the DWR Vernal Office at 318 N. Vernal Ave. and will include information on latest population trends, recent research, and

ongoing management work related to the wide array of fish. Biologists from both organizations will discuss this information in a 30-40 minute presentation with a question-and-answer session to follow.

For more information about the meeting and the Flaming Gorge Fishery, call the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources Northeastern Region Office at 435-781-9453 or the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s Green River regional office at 307-875-3225, extension of 8617.

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How do you define yourself?

sually when peosuch things as negaJOHN WATERBURY ple are consistive experiences; only tently unhappy, their experiences that serve “unhappiness” has to strengthen, develop more to do with how and clarify the person they define themselves, we really are. Nothing than with what their specific is wasted, no matter what problems are. Whether weak we have come to believe. It or strong, capable or incapaall starts with how we define ble, secure or insecure, we tend ourselves. When it comes to to see ourselves, or define ourour “natural” tendencies, our selves in certain ways, and then we “natural” inclinations, or our “natsystematically support that perception ural” predispositions, our definitions with beliefs and behaviors which keep us are all-controlling. We are either the victim “locked-in” to that level of development. or the victor. Victims tend to be controlled But in reality, that perception is merely a by these variables. Victors tend to manage belief system that we choose to accept. them by choosing a course of mastery of So, if you don’t like the way you’ve self over natural tendencies, commitment defined yourself up to now, make new to discipline over natural inclinations, and choices. That’s where it all begins. There reliance upon principle over natural preis a tendency to believe that we are what dispositions. These are ultimately the eswe’ve come to believe. But it’s only a besential building blocks of happiness. So, lief, and beliefs can be altered or discarded. invest in yourself. Be victorious. After all, It just takes practice. There is also a tenyou’re exchanging a day of your life for dency to believe that our past experience is today. all-controlling, that simply because we’ve always acted in a certain way means that John Waterbury is a retired Clinical we will always be a certain way. But that’s Mental Health Counselor who has lived in not true either. It’s only another example Utah since 1984 when he moved to Bounof an incorrect belief system. tiful with his wife and four children. Since In life, each of us will progress at a rate then, he has written a weekly column for of speed that only we are capable of deterseveral years for the Davis County Clipmining. Regardless of how encouraging or per titled “The Dear John Letters” which discouraging others may be, no one else was also used throughout the intermouncan ultimately be held accountable for the tain West focusing on addiction and menspeed with which we progress, or for the tal health problems. This new column will pain that we bring upon ourselves because focus on mental health and life manageof poor choices. Fortunately, there are no ment issues. l

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Stop the hate, start to love

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Syracuse High music director named Utah Music Educator of the Year

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

THE SYRACUSE HIGH SCHOOL madrigals on the staircase at Abravanel Hall. The choir’s director, Nathan Egan was honored at last week’s school board meeting.

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SYRACUSE—Nathan Egan grew up playing music. Whether it was singing with his family together at home or church, Egan was surrounded by music.

He played trumpet in junior high and high school and sang in choir. Now he is Director of Choirs, Performing Arts Department Chair at Syracuse High School and was recently named Utah Music Educator of the Year, by UMEA (Utah Music Educators Association).

“I was the first professional musician in the family,” Egan said. “Music and the performing arts was a big part of my family, but mostly we just had fun.”

Egan got a bachelor’s degree in music education from BYU and a master’s in choral efficiency. “I’ve loved all music,” he said. “I like how it is connected to the heart. I like the sound of human voices together. We all have the same instrument but we have different bodies so voices are all unique and individual while coming together to make something amazing.”

Also, the words, said Egan. “They’re like poetry. Words are meaningful and help share what the music is conveying.”

Egan said his mindset has always been to be a high school teacher. “I like to experience the culture around it. I enjoy working with the age group of 1518. It’s a fun group. It’s always what I’ve had in mind so when I got a job I stuck with it.”

Every choir teacher brings something different, he said. “It depends on who we are and our philosophy. You bring yourself to the kids and create an environment where they feel respected and free to be themselves and create a product together.”

Kids who love working hard, said Egan. “Kids who are proud of themselves for all of their growth.”

Egan’s choirs have received many accolades for their performances. “We have appeared at the state festival every year and three to four kids are going to state every year,” he said. “We’ve also been invited to festivals. The men's choir was supposed to be featured at the men's choir festival in 2020 but it was canceled because of COVID.” The madrigals were selected to perform for the American Choral Directors Association in 2020, said Egan. “At the UMEA we performed this year for all choir educators who attend in the state.”

“Mr. Egan does phenomenal things at the school,” said Principal Jed Johansen at a school board meeting where Egan was honored. “He helps with plays and musicals. I’ve never seen kids have so much allegiance to a teacher than Mr. Egan.”

What he says to the kids is what they’ll do, he said. “Kids show up early and stay late. He has them busy doing a multitude of things. He has summertime events, after school events and choir performances.”

He takes pride in his work, said Johansen. “As a result we have what we have here at Syracuse High. There’s standing room only at all of his concerts and it’s because he does a really, really great job.”

“I love the process of education and mentorship,” said Egan. “It’s nice seeing people improve in something they love and help them in creating something nobody can do alone. I enjoy seeing the kids do what they love and making memories. That ah ha moment when they see how far they’ve come. It’s a sublime experience.” l

Mrs. Cavanaugh’s a ‘sweet’ treat for online school students

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com NORTH SALT—Kids from the Utah Connections Academy had a “sweet” day last week when they took a tour of Mrs. Cavanaugh’s chocolate factory in North Salt Lake. The online cooking club’s field trip gave students the opportunity to meet with other kids in person and learn about the process of making chocolates.

“It’s the second year for the cooking class,” said first grade teacher Lindsey Parr. “It’s really fun. We send out a recipe online and the kids buy all of the ingredients.”

On the first and third Wednesday of the month the club gets together in a Zoom class to make the recipe together, she said. “The parents are really involved, especially with the little ones. They are there helping with the recipe, making sure they have all the ingredients and following along.

We use common ingredients so they don’t have to spend tons of money.”

Last year it was just first through third grade but this year it was opened up to K-6. The sixth graders are more independent than the younger grades, said Parr. “The little kids can watch the older kids cooking and give them something to work for.”

Parr said the school is big into field trips. “We get the money through grants. Last Wednesday it was a super snowy day but around 10 kids still came.”

The tour was fun and very interactive, she said. “Upstairs we saw a movie on the history of chocolate. We got to taste some and there were huge windows along the walls where we could look at the kitchen below and watch them making chocolate.”

Utah Connections Academy is a public charter school, said Assistant Principal K-6, Jandy Stelter. “We’re held to the same standards as public schools. We have K-12 and have more than 1,000 students statewide from corner to corner.”

The school supports families that cannot meet in person, she said. “It might be athletes who travel for sports, someone with a compromised immune system, etc. We’ve doubled in size. It’s nice to see how engaged kids can be in an online setting.”

Stelter said she wasn’t seeking a job in online education at first. “During the pandemic I had a family member

GIDEON THOMPSON buys some chocolate during the field trip.

LOGAN ROMERO and Kaitlyn Palmer watch workersmake chocolate from up above.

undergoing chemo and we were trying to keep safe. I’d been an educator for 18 years. It chose me rather than me choosing it.”

It was an eye opening experience, she said. “I wondered how an online school could be functional. But I saw that kids can learn.”

Some families in rural areas spend hours and hours a day getting to school, said Stelter. “Now they can do it via computer and spend time doing what they want instead of commuting.”

The school hosts activities where statewide they’re all doing the same thing, she said. “It’s hard for kids from St. George to come here to go to a museum but it’s hard for kids here to go to St. George.”

They held “Skate across the State” in St. George, Central Valley and Ogden, said Stelter. “It brings events closer to kids because they’re everywhere. We don’t want them

to miss out on the social piece. It can be alienating online.

Kids can chat about what they like to do in their free time, etc.”

There are 13 clubs up and running, she said. “We have a coordinator for elementary and one for secondary. There are clubs such as: Anime, book clubs, cooking, drawing cartoons, dungeons and dragons, Minecraft, Lego club where they show and tell or build together. We’re really proud of our SheTech (women in technology) and the UC News.”

The school hosted a prom last year, Stelter said. “Before COVID they did have them.”

It’s a space for families who maybe can’t find something elsewhere, she said. “It gives them the social as well as the academics they deserve.” l

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CAPITOL CORNER Gov. Cox delivers State of the State address Two days into the legislative session, Gov. Spencer J. Cox gave his 2024 State of the State speech at the Capitol to Utahns, the Legislature, the Supreme Court and constitutional officers. Cox focused on the reason Utah is the top ranked state in the nation and what needs to be done to stay there.

The Governor shared his policy priorities and goals for the future, including: • Housing – Cox proposed the Utah First Homes program in December with a goal of building 35,000 starter homes in the next five years. “The American dream is alive in Utah, but it will be dead soon if we don’t get this right,” Cox said.

“Utah must lead the nation with bold and innovative solutions.”

• Homelessness – in December, Cox proposed a comprehensive statewide plan to address homelessness. “There is nothing compassionate about allowing people to suffer and die on our streets and there is nothing compassionate about allowing laws to be flagrantly ignored and broken,” said Cox. “We can provide help and demand accountability.”

• Service – Cox has proposed a pilot program encouraging service hours for high school students, a year-long service fellowship allowing young adults to serve in qualifying nonprofits, community institutions and agencies with a living stipend and tuition benefits and bonuses for those choosing to serve in the Utah National Guard.

• State of the State – “My friends, the State of the State is as strong as it’s ever been,” he said. “And I’m convinced

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with every passing day that the source of our state’s strength is what for the longest time people told us was our weakness. We’re different. We’re weird. The good kind of weird. The kind of weird the rest of the nation is desperate for right now. And I’m praying we can keep it that way.”

View the full speech on the governor’s website, governor.utah.gov/stateof-the-state-address/

Gender-specific bathroom bill sparks debate A bill that would prevent individuals from using a gender-specific bathroom that is different from their biological sex unless their sex has been legally changed on a birth certificate or they have had gender-related surgery, has caused controversy in the legislature and among groups who believe HB257 is discriminatory.

HB257, sponsored by Rep. Kera Birkeland, R-Morgan said her goal is to provide privacy in schools and other buildings to protect those who may be subject to bullying and others who may be questioning their identity. The bill requires those buildings to provide more single-stall or unisex restrooms and locker rooms. HB257 passed in the House but underwent changes on Wednesday.

The revised bill does not stop transgender individuals from using a public gender specific bathroom. It know focuses on “the actions of those who commit lewd and offensive behavior in a privacy space, no matter the gender,” and “strengthens criminal charges for those

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who commit offensive behavior in a bathroom.” The bill does require individuals use changing rooms and locker rooms that correspond to their sex.

Children’s Device Protection Act Sen. Todd Weiler, R-Woods Cross introduced SB104 that would require tablets or smartphones to automatically enable a filter blocking obscene content when used by a minor. The filter can be disabled with a password by a parent or adult user.

This follows a Utah law that requires pornography websites to verify that users are adults not children. SB104 was currently in committee as of press time.

Faith leaders request legislators support to reduce homelessness Leaders from different faith communities came together last week at the

Capitol to show support for proposed legislation to reduce homelessness.

Their faith inspires them to give help where needed, they said. Several leaders shared their experiences with homelessness and called on legislators to support the effort to address it.

Diversity, equity and inclusion bill HB261 Equal Opportunity Initiatives, passed out of the House and now moves to the Senate as of press time. The bill is meant to outlaw DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion) requirements and programs at public universities, schools “or any other institution of the state” that takes part in what the legislation says “prohibited discriminatory practices.”

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Mandonelles defend Region 5 title; VHS second; WXHS fifth

THE BHS MANDONELLES are again the Region 5 champions, securing its second straight title Jan. 20 at Roy High School.

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By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

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he Bountiful High Mandonelles successfully defended its Region 5 championships with an overall first-place showing Jan. 20 at Roy High School. They won the Dance and Show categories while coming in second in Military.

“We had great fan support from the community who came all the way up to Roy High to cheer us on. We even had Monica from The Real Housewives of Salt Lake show up and cheer for us,” said head coach Alba Butler. Bountiful closed out the regular season competitions undefeated and will enter the 5A state semifinals Jan. 30 as the number one seed. “We’re looking forward to giving it our all and going for the state title!”

The 2023-24 Mandonelles include Ady Lillywhite, Ainsley Ribble, Andie Polster, Ava Box, Bella Madsen, Bella Oborn, Camryn Page, Elsa Harper, Gabriela Nielsen, Jasmine Icasiano, Jayci Malmrose, Jessica Nielsen, Kate Derrick, Kennedy Hendricks, Kiley Ingles, Leigha Ozminski, Lily Ray, Madi Christopherson, Marin Reeves, McKinley Gilchrist, McKinley Ridwell, Mia Bright, Mylie Frazier, Penny Pilkington, Presli Rieck, Rainee Allred, Sadie Russon, Sophia St. John and Sophie Hendricks.

Butler was assisted by Kali Breckenridge and Andy Truong on the coaching staff.

Viewmont

The Viewmont High Vykelles placed second overall at the Region 5 championships, taking first in Military and second in Dance and Show.

On the 2023-24 Vykelles this season are Libby Allred, Sarah Anderson, Allie Andrew, Elle Bloomfield, Gracie Boardman, Paislee DiMaria, Kenadee Eskelson, River Farrell, Addie Fenton, Berklie Fox, Lindsie Fry, Charli Fuller, Alexandra Gee, Sydnee Hawkes, Lily Holt, Isabel Jorgensen, Macey Kurtz, Kate Lauder, Kennedy Nielsen, Kylee Nielsen, Mia Peterson, Tessa Pitt, Sophia Preston, Lauren Salimbene, Leah Sonntag, Adee Walton, Hannah Winder and Ava Wright.

Head coaches Bailee Hadlock and Kayla Bagshaw, were assisted on the coaching staff by Whitney Gal-

braith, Brittany Anderson and Melanie Walker. Bagshaw choreographed all of the team’s routines this season.

Woods Cross

The Woods Cross High Chatelles placed fifth overall at the Region 5 championships. The team received fourth-places in Military and Show and a fifth in Dance. l

Region 5 boys basketball: Viewmont making push up the standings scoring 20 points, but it cooled off with just five points in the second quarter. The fourth quarter also proved to be detrimental for Bountiful. Leading 44-42, the Redhawks gave up 18 points in the final quarter while only scoring six. The Redhawks held Roy to just 21 of 51 shots from the floor but managed just 40% shooting of their own.

Carson Smith once again led Bountiful, in this game getting 16 points to go along with seven rebounds and three assists. Charlie Smith had a similar stat line, compiling 12 points, five rebounds and three assists. Heath chipped in 11 points.

The Redhawks hosted Woods Cross on Wednesday, after our press deadline.

Bountiful next plays at league-leading Box Elder on Friday.

By Josh McFadden joshm@mycityjournals.com

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he non-region portion of the season was rough for the Viewmont boys basketball team, as the Vikings went 1-8.

Region 5 play followed the same trend with the Vikings dropping their first three games.

Now, winners of three consecutive games, Viewmont is surging.

The Vikings are currently 3-3 in league action and 4-11 overall. That’s just two games out of first place in Region 1.

Viewmont took Northridge on Jan. 17, winning at home 71-60. The first half was especially huge for the Vikings, as they led 18-7 after one quarter and 4120 at halftime. Even though Northridge outscored Viewmont by 10 points in the second half, the comfortable halftime advantage was more than enough.

Viewmont won by double digits despite Northridge shooting better than 50% from the field. The key difference was three-point shooting. Viewmont made 11 shots from behind the arc, while Northridge made just four.

Drez Jensen made three of Viewmont’s three-pointers. The junior guard had a game-high 17 points and also chipped in three rebounds and three assists. Preston Weaver had 12 points and three rebounds, while Max Draper contributed 10 points, three rebounds and two steals. Luke Gardner had nine points, all coming from converted three-pointers (three).

Viewmont edged Bonneville on Jan. 19, 55-51 on the road. Viewmont once again led at halftime, this time 24-16.

The Vikings had to withstand a late Bonneville rally in which the Lakers outscored them 20-12 in the fourth quarter.

The Vikings had just four three-pointers in this game, but they were enough to help the team prevail. Jensen’s 22 points not only led all scorers but was a season high for him. He also added seven rebounds, Draper had 14 points and five rebounds in the victory.

Viewmont hosted Clearfield on

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Wednesday, after our press deadline, for a chance to make it four wins in a row.

The Vikings host Roy on Friday.

Bountiful

The 10-5 Redhawks are 4-2 in Region 5 play, a game back of first-place Box Elder.

Bountiful took care of Clearfield on Jan. 17, winning 80-71 in a strong offensive showing. The Redhawks were on fire in the first quarter, tallying 28 points and putting themselves on a pace to score 112 points in the game. Boun-

tiful didn’t continue to score at that rate but still held a 67-45 lead going into the final quarter.

Carson Smith had an impressive outing. The senior had 28 points, five rebounds and four assists. Charlie Smith had 19 points and a team-high eight rebounds. Meanwhile, Bryson Heath had 18 points, and Arturo Garcia led the Redhawks with seven assists to go along with his nine points.

Two days later, Bountiful suffered a tough loss at home against Roy, 60-50.

Bountiful was hot in the first quarter,

The Wildcats continue to struggle in the win column, though they have been competitive in defeat. Woods Cross is 2-13 overall and 1-5 in Region 5.

Woods Cross’ last two games were close setbacks, beginning with a 55-51 loss at home to Roy on Jan. 17. The Wildcats staged a fourth-quarter rally, outscoring Roy 22-13 in what had been a 42-29 game after three quarters. Hunter Jackson had 15 points, including three of his team’s four three-pointers. Bryson Watson added 13 points in defeat.

Things looked good for a win in the Wildcats’ next game, a Jan. 19 matchup with Northridge at home. The Wildcats were up 29-26 at halftime and 53-44 heading into the fourth quarter.

But a 21-9 fourth quarter in favor of Northridge sealed the Wildcats’ fate.

Jackson had a stellar all-around game. The junior point guard had 16 points, five rebounds, four assists and six steals. Hayden Poulton had 15 points, and Watson had 13 points.

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Farmington High swimmers win Mayors Cup Viewmont

By Catherine Garrett c.garrett@mycityjournals.com

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armington High’s Elsie Crowell won the 500 freestyle event while also picking up two other third-place finishes to help the Phoenix teams win the Mayors Cup at the South Davis Recreation Center Jan. 19. The freshman also took third in the 100 butterfly, dropping five seconds off of her personal best, while also swimming legs on the thirdplace medley relay and third-place 400 free relay squads.

“This was a success for us,” said head coach Stacy Edholm. “Almost all of our swimmers were in attendance with a few missing because of illness. We had 37 individual best times and one season-best in a relay.”

Other top showings for the girls were Brooke Belnap (second, 100 free; third, 200 free; third, medley relay; third, 400 free relay), Heidi Holbrook (third, 500 free; third, 400 free relay; fourth, 50 free), Maddy Kartchner (third, 200 Individual Medley; third, medley relay; fifth, 100 fly), Jacie Nielson (third, medley relay; fifth, 200 free), London Spears (third, 100 backstroke), Nerys Turnbaugh (third, 400 free relay), Saige Baxter (fourth, 200 IM; sixth, 100 fly), Eden Murray (fourth, 100 breast), Toree Anderson (fifth, 200 IM), Mia Cikara (sixth, 50 free), Eliza Treu (100 free) Top-six placers for the boys were Kael Michaelson (second, 200 free relay; third, 400 free relay; sixth, 100 free), Ezra Moon (second, 50 free; second, 100 free; third, 400 free relay; fourth, 100 free), Henry Norseth (second, 200 free relay; fourth, 50 free), Jake Rizley (second, 200 free relay; third, 100 fly; fourth, 200 free), Jack Smart (second, 200 free relay; third, 50 free; sixth, 100 back), Will Norseth (third, 500 free; sixth, 100 fly), Will Scott (third, 100 back; third, 400 free relay; fifth, 50 free), Clarke Tholl (third, 400 free relay; fourth, 100 breast; fifth, 100 free), William Farnsworth (fourth, 100 fly), Nathan Taggart (fourth, 500 free), Owen VanSkiver (fifth, 100 fly), Jonah Babboni (sixth, 500 free), Noah Bampi (sixth, 200 IM), Michael Treu (sixth, 50 free) Edholm also recognized some of her swimmers for their consistent time drops throughout the season. Senior Grace Rodgers had PR’s in the 100 free, nearly four seconds faster than her previous best, and a second and a half in the 100 back. Jack Keller dropped almost 14 seconds in the 100 breast and more than 1.5 seconds in the 100 fly.

Freshman Sophia Larsen shave more than eight seconds off her 100 breast time and 1.11 seconds in the 50 free.

“All of these great swims contributed to us winning the meet,” said Edholm.

Viewmont High came in second overall at the Mayors Cup behind several first-place finishes, including four from Gabby Henry – in the 200 free, 100 fly, 200 medley relay and 400 free relay. Other multiple winners were Eric Chamberlain (50 free, 200 free relay, 200 medley relay), Hallie Gerrard (100 back, 200 medley relay, 400 free relay), Isaac Hale (200 free relay, 200 medley relay), Henry Helgesen (200 free relay, 200 medley relay), Veronika Paschen (200 medley relay, 400 free relay) and Andrew Webster (200 free, 200 free relay, 200 medley relay) while Julia Jones (400 free relay) and Vivienne Losee (200 medley relay) also swam legs on winning relays.

Other top-six placers for the Vikings were Thomas Chamberlain (second, 100 fly; sixth, 100 breast), Gerrard (second, 200 IM), Hale (second, 100 breast; second, 200 IM), Rex Johnson (second, 500 free), Paschen (second, 50 free); third, 200 free relay), Andrew Webster (second, 100 back), Eric Chamberlain (third, 100 free), Maddie Hall (third, 200 free relay), Jones (third, 200 free relay), Losee (third, 200 free relay; sixth, 200 IM), Tempe Anderson (fourth, 500 free), Gus Stockhoff (fourth, 200 IM; sixth, 200 free), Megan Huff (fifth, 500 free), Austin Smith (fifth, 500 free) and Elle Shumway (sixth, 500 free).

Woods Cross

Woods Cross’ Justin Chamberlain won the 100 breast and 200 IM while also swimming a leg on the first-place 400 free relay lineup to help lead the Wildcats to a thirdplace showing at the Mayors Cup. Other multiple winners were Isaac Chomjak (100 back, 400 free relay), Rebekah Cyril (100 breast, 200 free relay), Grace Gilbert (200 free relay, 200 medley relay), Ava Glissmeyer (50 free, 200 medley relay), Diego Gutierrez (100 fly, 400 free relay) and Kalli Holzer (200 free relay, 200 medley relay) with Alanna Holzer (200 medley relay), Will Hunter (400 free relay) and Emi McBride (200 free relay) also swimming legs on winning relays.

Also finishing top-six were Justin Chamberlain (second, 200 medley relay), Chomjak (second, 100 free); second, 200 medley relay, Cyril (second, 400 free relay; fourth, 200 free), Gilbert (second, 100 back; third, 50 free), Glissmeyer (second, 100 breast; second, 400 free relay), Alanna Holzer (second, 100 fly; second, 400 free relay; third, 100 free), Hunter (second, 200 medley relay; fifth, 100 back), Moose Norman (second, 200 medley relay; third, 200 IM, fourth, 100 back), Grace Woodbury (second, 500 free; second, 400 free relay); sixth, 200 free, Kalli Holzer (third, 100 breast; fourth, 100 fly), Avery Boynton (fourth, 100 back), Gutierrez (fifth, 200 free), Logan Rich-

ton 60-34 Jan. 16. The Darts scored 30 points in each half to run away with the game.

Kendra Kitchen led the way with 21 points while T’maea Eteuati (nine points), Kate Willard (eight), Kate Richards (five), Shea Miller (four), Olivia Lifferth (four), Sydney Plummer (two), Chloe Peery (two), Avery Dain (two), Maya Chino (two) and Maki West (one) also scored.

Against Syracuse Jan. 19, Davis suffered its first loss of the season 49-39. The Darts were down at halftime, being outscored by 10 in the second quarter. The two teams played even the rest of the way but the initial deficit was too much to overcome.

T’maea Eteuati had 11 points to lead Davis while Kate Richards and Kendra Kitchen each added 10 points.

The Darts are now 13-1 this season and 2-1 in Region 1 play.

Viewmont beat Northridge 61-53 Jan. 17, coming back from an 11-point halftime deficit to score 43 second-half points and flip the script to pull out the win.

“This was really a tale of two halves,” said head coach Cameron Gardner. “We only scored 18 points the first half, getting down by as many as 15 points. In the

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second half, we came out with more energy and a better mindset to do some little things that we didn’t do in the first half.”

Mary Carr’s 16 points were tops for the Vikings while Aubrey Mulitalo (13 points), Callie Peterson (12), Kristina Gunnell (12), Mara Mickelson (six) and Karissa Goff (two). Peterson grabbed eight rebounds to lead on the glass.

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Behind first-place finishes from Madelynn Fenwick and Liam Glissmeyer in the girls and boys 100 free events respectively along with Cole Crimmins in the 500 free, Bountiful High placed fourth at the Mayors Cup. Other top-six placers were Crimmins (second, 400 free relay; third, 200 free; third, 200 free relay), Andy Duke (second, 200 free; second, 400 free relay; third, 200 free relay; third, 100 breast), Fenwick (second, 200 free; second, 200 free relay), Glissmeyer (second, 400 free relay; third, 200 free relay; fifth, 100 breast), Henry Long (second, 400 free relay; third, 200 free relay), Ellie Moss (second, 200 free relay), Zoe Nielsen (second, 200 free relay; fifth, 100 free), Ellie Watkins (second, 200 free relay; fourth, 100 free; fifth, 50 free), Ellie Showalter (fifth, 100 back), Arianna Steuart (fifth, 100 breast) and Claire Bryson (sixth, 100 back). l

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ing outscored by the Lakers in the second half, the game was well in hand.

“We held them to single-digit points in each quarter,” said Gardner. “We also had nine players score points and everyone that dressed varsity was able to play which is always fun.”

Carr’s 14 points and eight rebounds led Viewmont with Mulitalo also adding 14 as well as Mickelson (eight points), Gunnell (seven), Peterson (four), Cayla Stout (three), Goff (three), Kailey Selleneit (two) and Kelsey Lindsey (two).

The Vikings are now 10-5 this season and 5-1 in Region 5.

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Farmington beat Fremont 62-31 Jan. 16. The Phoenix team scored just seven points in the first half – to the Silverwolves’ 34 points. A 24-point second-half effort wasn’t enough to dip into the deficit.

Morgan Rogers had the majority of Farmington’s points with 21 while also grabbing seven rebounds.

Against Layton Jan. 19, the Phoenix squad lost 5539, getting down early – scoring just five points in the opening quarter – and down by 15 by halftime. Despite an evenly matched second half between Farmington and the Lancers, it wasn’t enough in the loss.

Hailey Larsen scored eight points for Farmington in the loss while Morgan Rogers added seven.

The Phoenix team’s record is 1-12 on the year and 0-3 in Region 1’s standings.

THE FARMINGTON HIGH senior swimmers were recognized at the Mayors Cup at the South Davis Recreation Center Jan. 19, which the Phoenix team won.

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Woods Cross defeated Roy 50-35 Jan. 17, turning a five-point lead at the break into a 17-point advantage heading into the final quarter.

“We finally put a few things together for this game,” said head coach David Simon. “We shared the ball, we made some shots, we took care of the ball and found the open girl for good shots. We played well together and as a team in this game.”

Mari Nichols had 21 points to lead the Wildcats with Katie King (12 points), Kiyomi Tauataina (10), Grace MacArthur (three), Lucy Thompson (two), Ili Crockett (one) and Mersadie Carroll (one) also scoring.

Nichols, King and Tauataina also combined for 19 rebounds.

“It has taken some time, but we have worked hard to figure a few things out,” Simon said. “We will need to get better, but I feel like this game was a step in the right direction. The challenge now will be to continue to improve and move in the same direction.”

Against Northridge Jan. 19, Woods Cross won 6437. In a back-and forth-game early – and with a onepoint halftime advantage – the Wildcats scored 39 second-half points to run away with the game.

MacArthur’s 18 points game led the team while King (17 points), Nichols (11), Adia Cook (10), Tautaina (five) and Mary Gilbert (four) also provided offense in the win.

Woods Cross evened up its Region 5 mark at 3-3 and are 8-7 overall. l

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CARTER NORDQUIST and Ethan Harris (white jerseys) put defensive pressure on Davis’ Coleman Atwater who was the key to the Darts success with 23 points helping secure the win over the Phoenix 65 - 58.

DARTING AROUND! All it takes to create pandemonium is a late-in-the-fourthquarter go-ahead basket for Davis fans to go crazy.

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Pair of wins puts Davis boys basketball at the top of Region 1

By Josh McFadden joshm@mycityjournals.com

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our games into the region portion of the boys basketball season, Davis is hanging around the top of the league standings. At 3-1, the Darts were just a game out of first place, trailing 4-0 Layton heading into their Jan. 26 contest at Weber.

Davis had a strong effort against Syracuse on Jan. 19, winning 64-52 at home. The first half was where the Darts did most of their damage. After the first two quarters, Davis was up convincingly, 39-20. Syracuse outscored Davis 32-25 in the second half, but it wasn’t enough to prevent the Darts from im-

proving to 11-5 overall.

Davis shot nearly 50% from field while holding Syracuse to just 33%.

Coleman Atwater led the Darts in both scoring and rebounding (sharing the honors in rebounding with Easton Ralphs), recording 16 points and hauling down five boards. Ike Morgan had 13 points, three rebounds, four assists and three steals. JT Turley contributed 11 points and four rebounds.

This week started off well too, as Davis got past Farmington 65-58 in a key road game on Jan. 23. A 42-31 second-half surge turned the tables for Davis, which was trailing 27-23 at the break.

Davis also made 18 free throws to Farmington’s 10 and hit seven three-pointers.

Atwater was the game’s high scorer,

betting 23 points. Caleb Taylor chipped in 11 points and three assists. Zach Fisher led the team with eight rebounds and had six points.

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The Phoenix have stumbled a bit to a 1-3 start in Region 1 play. They have an overall record of 10-6.

Still, Farmington has been competitive in its defeats.

Take Farmington’s Jan. 19 loss at league-leading Layton, for example. In that matchup, the Phoenix took the Lancers to overtime before falling 81-77. The game was close throughout. Both teams made 29 field goals in all, including nine three-pointers. The difference was Layton’s 14 converted free throws to Farm-

ington’s 10.

Jayden Haskell led the Phoenix with 19 points, while Paul Beattie had 15 points. Carter Nordquist and Braden Larsen also hit double figures in scoring with 13 and 12 points, respectively.

Ethan Harris and Ethan Atkinson both had nine points.

In the loss to Davis, Farmington got off to a good starting, leading 12-7 after one quarter. But Davis took control of the game from there. In a losing effort, Beattie had 20 points, including a pair of three-pointers. Haskell had 14 points, and Larsen added 11.

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Nixelles win region championship THE UTAH DIVISION of Wildlife Resources released a shocking report on poaching in 2023.

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Utah officials outline poaching problem in 2023

By Braden Nelsen braden.n@mycityjournals.com UTAH—Many people, when they hear the word “poaching” think only of the terrible crimes committed against animals like tigers or elephants, but a new report released by the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) shows that the problem isn’t just distant places like Kenya or Siberia, it’s also much closer to home.

According to the report released on Jan. 10 by the DWR, over 1,000 fish and wildlife were illegally killed in Utah in 2023. While a slight decrease from 2022, the number is still shocking and constitutes a loss of over $600,000 and a tremendous loss to the local ecology.

The report also included a list of just some of the animals killed illegally in 2023, which included: • 133 deer, 23 of which were classified as “trophy” animals • 150 elk, 31 of which were classified as “trophy” animals • Four moose • 11 bison • Seven bears • 485 fish The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is doing its best to crack down on this illegal activity, and last year issued 4,567 violations and suspended the hunting or fishing privileges for 46

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individuals. These suspensions are valid in all US states except Hawaii, meaning that it will be extremely difficult for offenders to hunt or fish during this suspension.

“Each animal that is illegally killed in our state is one less animal for legal hunters, wildlife enthusiasts, and everyday residents to enjoy,” DWR Capt.

Chad Bettridge said. “Poachers steal our ability to enjoy Utah’s wildlife.”

Though very good at their jobs, the officers at the DWR can’t be everywhere at once and often rely on tips from fishers and hunters around the state. To that end, they have offered several different methods of reporting poaching: • Call the Utah Turn-in-a-Poacher hotline at 1-800-662-3337. (The UTiP hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week and is the quickest way to report a wildlife violation.)

• Use the UTDWR Law Enforcement app.

• Text officers at 847411.

• Report online through the DWR website.

“Our officers can’t be everywhere at once, so we need your help,” Bettridge said. “Please keep your eyes and ears open and report any suspicious wildlife-related activity to us. Working together, we can enforce wildlife laws to maintain healthy populations, and to also keep those recreating outdoors safe.”l

The Farmington High Nixelles won the Region 1 championship Jan. 20 at Weber High School, sweeping the Military, Dance and Show categories. “The Region 1 talent is so crazy good,” said coach Shalice Larsen. “All the teams were incredible.” On the FHS squad this season are Ava Barkdull, Preslle Blaser, Ireland Brown, Maylee Carter, Avery Chandler, Zaida Christensen, McKinley Daly, Ella Edmunds, Maren Glassey, Kierra Grant, Lilly Goff, Ava Hammond, Hailey Harrison, Kenya Holbrook, Riley Jensen, Addison Landon, Ava Larsen, Chanel Lee, Abby Lloyd, Ciara Montoya, Sydney Nash, Kiley Nixon, Alexus Oladi, Kayen Phelps. Greta Poulson, Lexey Rigby, Rayden Robison, Brynlee Sanders, Clara Short, Hali Stromberg, Reagan Tracy and Samantha Yeates. Larsen is assisted on the coaching staff

by Allie Short, Marci Hartvigsen and Sue Bagley. Also finishing among the top three in Region 1 were the Davis High D’Ettes who placed second in Dance and third in Military and Show to take third overall.

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“A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder’ — a witty mix of fun and a little intrigue

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com CENTERVILLE—What happens when a man of little means finds out he could be heir to a fortune but there are a few people in his way? Simple – kill them off. CenterPoint Theatre’s production of the Broadway hit, “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” follows Monty Navarro as he comes up with ingenious ways to get rid of those relatives.

Set in the Edwardian era, “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” is the title Monty gives to the memoir he is writing while sitting in jail. His reflections take him back to where it all began before he landed there.

The story unfolds as Monty goes through his mother’s things after she dies. One of his mother’s friends, Miss Shingle stops by to give her condolences but shares a shocking secret. Monty is part of the wealthy D’Ysquith family who disowned his mother when she eloped with Monty’s father. Monty’s father died when he was young leaving he and his mother to barely scrape by so it’s not surprising that Monty is astounded by the news.

Miss Sheets tells him the tale and shows him the birth certificate. She also explains that there are only eight relatives between him and his inheritance. The gears begin to turn in Monty’s head as he thinks of the possibilities and what is at stake. But first, he must worm his way into the family.

MISS SHINGLE (KRISTINA BOLER) with Monty (Christian Lackman).

LORD ALDABERT (DANNY INKLEY) sings “I Don’t Understand the Poor” inside Highhurst Castle.

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What follows is a series of comedic events as he acts out his devious plan.

A witty cast of characters has the audience laughing right up to the end.

Danny Inkley (M/W/F) is especially good as D’Ysquith. Inkley plays all of the parts of the relatives Monty is trying to kill and he is over the top funny. Kristina Boler (M/W/F) is equally hilarious as the gossipy Miss Shingle who turns up everywhere sticking her nose into everybody’s business.

Christian Lackman (M/W/F) as Monty comes off as a gentleman that no one would suspect of murder but

JOSH PETERSEN explains a computer program he’s working on. Petersen wants to go into the field in the future.

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only concern for his new found family members as he hides his true intentions.

Bre Welch as Sibella (M/W/F) and Sarah Jane Watts as Phoebe (M/W/F) are Monty’s two love interests who have their own devious agendas. A particular funny scene takes place in Monty’s apartment as he tries to keep the two women from finding each other in opposite rooms.

An equally hilarious scene has Henry (one of the relatives played by Inkley) and Monty in a bar singing “Better With A Man” as they drink their beers and toast each other.

The CenterPoint production was delightful as usual but a couple of technical issues were distracting as a microphone didn’t work and the projection mapping used to create background scenery gave out in the first couple of scenes. Efforts to correct the problem failed and the show and the actors pushed on in front of a black background.

In spite of the hiccups, “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder,” made for a fun musical mixed with a little intrigue.

The show runs through Feb. 17, Monday – Saturday at 7:30 p.m. with Saturday matinees at 3:30 p.m. Ticket prices range from $21.50-$39.50 and are available online at CPTUtah.org or at the box office, 801-298-1302. The theater is located at 525 N. 400 West, Centerville. l

ALEX AVIS works on coding a picture in a computer class at Bountiful High School.

It’s part of the Computer Science pathway in the CTE program.

Bountiful High School’s computer programming pathway gives kids real-world skills

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com BOUNTIFUL—Technology has taken the world by storm and today’s kids are learning the skills to keep up.

At Bountiful High School the Computer Science pathway in the CTE (Careers and Technical Education) program is doing just that. Kids are getting hands-on experience in coding, video game design and basic computer skills that give them a chance to explore possible careers.

“The program is growing quite a bit,” said teacher Ryan Frandsen. “There are six classes. Kids can explore each level and see if they have an interest in it.

We do beginning and intermediate classes here and then if they want to continue we send them to the Catalyst Center for more professional experience there.”

Josh Petersen is a junior at Bountiful High and had never taken a computer science class until second semester last year. “I saw a poster in the commons and thought it looked fun,” he said. “I thought

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‘why not take it, it sounds interesting.’ I got sucked in and never stopped.”

Petersen said he likes the program in general. “It’s fun learning all the things you can do with programming. My favorite thing is Frandsen, he is an amazing teacher. He gets to know everyone on a personal level and not many teachers do.”

Petersen’s future plans include the computer science field. “I’m currently in a game design class,” he said. “I want to be in video game development for sure, and maybe go into software engineering.

Something in the field.”

“Frandsen inspired me to go into the computer science field,” said junior Aubrey Tuttle. “He gives us creative freedom. He gives an assignment then lets you choose what you want to do. You can create a picture using the software and animate it. It’s so fun.”

Tuttle has taken computer programming one, exploring computer science and computer programming two. “I’d like to go into cyber security,” she said.

“That appeals to me.”

“I play a lot of video games,” said Alex Avis, also a junior. “In elementary school we used Scratch to be able to make something. I decided to try out computer programming one in high school and found out I was good at it.

I want to keep going and make it a career.”

Avis said he’d like to be in game development. “That’s what I want to do.

Game studios hire you and you work as a team to develop a game but I want to make one myself. I want to make indie games and use programming to create art, music and storytelling. Every single facet that can be put into a game.”

Frandsen was actually a business teacher at West Jordan Middle School before he became a computer science teacher. “They tried to hire someone but couldn’t find one so I jumped to computer science,” he said. “Computer coding was a hobby of mine. After school I took coding classes and took classes at Utah State. It gave me the equivalent of a mi-

nor from USU.” In high school, Frandsen was an outdoor education counselor. “In college I also worked with kids,” he said. “At BYU I was a special education para professional. I also worked in the residential treatment field as a director working with troubled kids. I still loved it so I knew I could work with anyone. I wanted to make sure I could teach anyone, not just the right ones. I knew this was exactly what I wanted to do.”

Frandsen said he loves teaching.

“It’s my superpower. I’ve loved teaching since I was in high school. Learning all sides of the kids makes it more fun for me.”

Sometimes in elementary and junior high classes kids get burned out, said Frandsen. “They have a horrible experience and never want to take a computer class again. I want them to leave my class loving it. That’s the biggest win of all for me. That’s my favorite thing.

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Richard Abe Duran, Retail theft - value >=$5000, 3F. George Maes, Failure to stop or respond at command of police, 3F. Gregory Brent Butler, Murder, 2F. David James Peterson, Theft - value >=$5000, 2F, Theft - value $1500-$4999, 3F. Travis E. McKinnon, Voyeurism by electronic equipment concealed or disguised, 3F.

NAN SEYMOUR and others, bedecked as Great Salt Lake brine shrimp, stand in vigil and raise awareness for Great Salt Lake conservation.

Photo courtesy of Nan Seymour

Writing program offers improvement of self and environment

By Braden Nelsen braden.n@mycityjournals.com

GREAT SALT LAKE—Beginning any new endeavor can be daunting. So many times, people will burn out quickly if they aren’t immediately proficient.

Much of that comes from negative feedback from others with experience. River Writing, founded by Nan Seymour, offers a place where people can get started in a new endeavor, and get their feet wet without that risk.

Started by Seymour in 2015, River Writing offers a “community-based writing practice,”giving participants the opportunity to get started with or improve their writing in a non-judgmental zone.

Seymour says that the practice helps participants, “find out what’s available to you…be creative.” Not only that, the practice is also designed to help participants of all ages and abilities “find and foster their authentic voice,” something that, without some guidance, can be extremely difficult to do in writing.

As opposed to more traditional writing instruction, River Writing is designed to help those involved to, as Seymour put it, “break isolation, and overcome the tyranny of perfectionism.” Seymour and her facilitators have helped many people take those steps, and, as the name implies, doing so outside a classroom setting, “It’s really about getting people on the land,” said Seymour, citing how much of their work is done near bodies of water.

The important work of writing doesn’t end with just helping people find their own voice, though. Another large part of what River Writing does is provide a voice for those bodies of water

next to which they write. The practice has been making excursions to Antelope Island for three years now, with experts leading not only discussions but walks around the island itself learning about, and writing about the importance of conservation, and preserving these biomes.

“We’ve got to make some dramatic changes,” said Seymour, citing how she herself has organized vigils at the capitol during the legislative sessions on behalf of the Great Salt Lake, and the many species that depend on the ecosystem that the lake provides. Said vigils have even included puppets representing the various species in need of preservation and protection. But, Seymour says, while there are prompts about the watershed and preservation, “there’s not a wrong way to do it.”

What makes River Writing different? It all comes down to the 7 agreements of River Writing, says Seymour, including non-judgement, shared responsibility, self-care, confidentiality and consent, honesty, listening with the heart, and of course, kindness. Utilizing each of these agreements, facilitators and participants are encouraged to “pick up a pen and write about your life,” and that each piece will be “held in respect and love.”

While many River Writing opportunities are online, there are still many in-person events, including those here in Davis on Antelope Island, giving people the opportunity to “Show up in a substantial way.” More information about these events, and about River Writing as a practice, can be found at https://riverwriting.com/. l

Jared McClay Scott, Aggravated assault, 3F, Domestic violence in the presence of a child, 3F. Beth Mckenzie Boseman, Endangerment of a child or vulnerable adult, 3F, Items prohibited in correctional/mental health facilities, 3F. Taylor Robert Smith, Rape, 1F, Object rape, 1F, Forcible sexual abuse, 2F. Merlin Douglas Telkamp, Retail theft - qualifying felony prior in 10 years, 3F. Connor Anderson, Retail theft - value $1500$4999, 3F. Dominic Jaxon Degrey, Possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person, 3F, Retail theft - value $1500-$4999, 3F. Dallas Haskan, Retail theft - value $1500-$4999, 3F.

Davis County Sheriff’s Office Austin Wade Horsley, Aggravated assault, 3F. Douglas Kenneth Jones, False evidence of title and registration, 3F. Lyla Shaata Dayn Fields, Aggravated assault resulting in serious bodily injury, 2F. Sarah Ruth Jungen, Possession of a controlled substance, 3F. Magnum Richard Force, Two counts of aggravated assault resulting in loss of consciousness, 2F.

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Atlas Arkacius, Two counts of driving under the influence - two or more priors in 10 years, 3F. Jeremy Jay Galbraith, Possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, 3F, Two counts of theft - value >=$5000, 2F. Kassandra Eudave, Theft - value >=$5000, 3F. Clayton John Pepper, Driving under the influence - 1st offense in 10 years, 3F. Meekelly Caleen Woodson, Violation of pretrial protective order - felony arrest charge, 3F. Keeley Gloria Grosz, Possession or use of a controlled substance, 3F. Seth Anthony Richardson, Two counts of aggravated assault, 3F. Calder Deanna Richardson, Two counts of aggravated assault, 3F.

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John Patrick Snavely, Failure to register as a sex offender, 3F.

Kayden Anderson, Retail theft - value $1500$4999, 3F.

Branden David Matu, Possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, 3F.

John Gerald O’Brien, Purchase/transfer/possession/use of a firearm by a restricted person, 3F.

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Justin Lovato, Possession of a dangerous weapon by a restricted person, 3F.

Michelle Jody Howell, Damage jails, 3F.

Ana Alicia Solis, Possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance, 2F.

Sunit Suvil Govind, Possession or use of a controlled substance, 3F.

Kimberly Ann Cooper, Failure to stop or respond at command of police, 3F.

Ivan Enrique Rodriguez Galvan, Failure to stop or respond at command of police, 3F. Tyler James Owens, Aggravated assault, 3F.

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Mary Kay Murray Carter Nov. 7, 1932 - Jan. 22, 2024

Mary Kay Murray Carter, 91, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Jan. 22, 2024.

Mary was born on Nov. 7, 1932, in Wellsville Utah to Junius and Margaret Hawkes Murray. Her family lived in several communities in Utah and Idaho as she grew up. Following graduation for Ashton High School, Mary attended BYU. She moved to Salt Lake City where she met her husband Virgil Carter who was on leave from the US Navy. After a whirlwind romance that spanned Salt Lake City, San Francisco, and Honolulu, they were married in Honolulu on July 8, 1953. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Los Angeles Temple on April 14, 1962.

In 1963, Mary and her family moved to Bountiful Utah where she remained the rest of her life. Mary went back to school and earned her degree in Botany with a teaching endorsement from Weber State University.

Later she also earned her master’s degree in education. Mary was an active member of the Bountiful 31st ward and held many callings.

Mary began an amazing 30-year career teaching for the Davis School District. She taught at Oak Hills Elementary and King Elementary. She made so many lifelong friends with fellow educators. She loved seeing the many students she taught grow and develop into exceptional young people.

Mary is survived by her children, Craig Carter (Lisa) of Morgan, Utah, and Leslee Carter Cabulagan (Patrick) of South Jordan, Utah. They have seven grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren (one deceased).

Siblings, R Jay Murray, Oregon, Margaret LaRae Babbitt, Utah, Byron Kerr Murray

(Ilene) Idaho, Carolyn Leong, Hawaii, Isabell Sudweeks (Jay-deceased), Idaho.

Mary is preceded in death by her husband Virgil Carter, parents Junius Bailey Murray and Margaret Hawkes Murray, brother, Blaine Murray, sister, Amanda Murray, and great granddaughter Scottie Lynn Carter.

The family would like to express their deep gratitude to the staff of Creekside Senior Living for the loving care they provided our parents and A-Plus Hospice.

Funeral services will be held at Russon Mortuary, 295 North Main, Bountiful, Utah on Friday, Jan. 26, 2024 at 10 a.m. where a viewing will be held prior to the funeral services at 9 a.m. Interment will be in the Riverside Cemetery, Tremonton, Utah.

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