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FORMER HIGHLAND BASKETBALL COACH HONORED WITH DEDICATION OF GYM By Spencer W. Belnap | s.belnap@mycityjournals.com
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s of Jan. 15, Highland High School has a new name for their main gymnasium. In honor of their former basketball coach, Larry Maxwell, they officially changed the name to Maxwell Gymnasium. Before the Rams faced off against Olympus that night in basketball, a special dedication ceremony was held with Coach Maxwell, Highland principal staff, and former basketball players. “A state championship in basketball is a truly great feat,” Highland Principal Chris Jenson said as he presented the coach with a commemorative plaque. “Coach Maxwell’s team won five Utah titles over his 31 year service to Highland High School.” The coach’s legacy and influence on his players was evident as dozens gathered near him on the court. Some have gone on to coaching careers of their own like former player Jeff Judkins, who is now head coach of BYU’s women’s basketball team. “Coach, you touched so many lives,” Judkins said during the ceremony. “And I think we can all say that we learned so many things from you. I’ll just name a few otherwise we’ll be here all night. You taught us how to win, you taught us how to not give up on ourselves, you taught us to always do our best. You taught us to shoot, that’s for sure.” Judkins’ statements and all the nodding heads from other players reflect how much Maxwell cared for his teams. He always wanted to see them achieve success both on and off the court. “I want you to know how special each of you are to me,”
Maxwell said as he faced dozens of admiring faces. “And that I love you.” Maxwell had no idea this honor was coming to him until it had already been approved. Jenson conducted a survey with teachers and the Highland community last year before proposing the official name change to the Salt Lake City School District. Those surveyed all agreed it would be a great name change, and a great way to honor one of their most esteemed
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Coach Larry Maxwell holding up his special plaque, dedicating Highland’s main gym to be renamed Maxwell Gymnasium. (Spencer W. Belnap/City Journals)
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leaders. Maxwell is the fifth most winningest coach in Utah high school basketball history. A new plaque adorns the Maxwell Gymnasium walls detailing the coach’s legacy. It ends with an inspiring quote from the honoree himself: “A lot can be accomplished, when no one cares who gets the credit.” l
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he Young Professionals of Salt Lake City (YPSLC) is a strong community that continues to show support and a heart of service, connect people and help people put roots in Salt Lake City and surrounding cities. Friday, Jan. 4 was a special event held at the Impact Hub in downtown Salt Lake City. The event was one of a kind and the first event the YPSLC has provided for its members and new people looking to meet new friends. Nchopi Nwokoma, the president for over four years, and Alex Watson, a previous board member, looked for ways to re-
fresh their friends lists. This led to the idea of speed-dating, but for friends. “The diversity of people here is my favorite part of the evening so far,” Nwokoma said. Scott Jackson, a first-time event goer, said, “Over time my friends have moved away, gotten married and are having families, and I needed an excuse to meet new people without church. I heard about it through Meetup from a couple of friends and I’ve never done anything like this before and was scrolling through the events and saw this and thought it would be a good
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The speed-friending event is set and ready to begin. (Lindsey Baxter/City Journals)
way to meet people. I am part of the group Young Professionals of Salt Lake City on Meetup.” Carrie Minerich and Jayme Weber met during the event, which was a first-time event for both of them. “We made connections and even if it was a small amount out of the whole group, that was the whole point,” Minerich said. Both Minerich and Weber said they will be looking for upcoming events by the YPSLC. “We go out and volunteer in the community,” Nwokoma said. “We really want people who move here to connect them and give back to the community whether it’s by planting a tree or building that roof.” Nwokoma said YPSLC, which also raises money for nonprofits, wants to attract and retain young professionals to Salt Lake City and Utah, even transplants who “moved here reluctantly for a job.” “We are going to show you that this is an amazing place to live, we are going to connect you with new friends, we are going to connect you with community leaders so now you have mentors in the community, we are going to connect you with the community at large where you give back and feel connected,” Nwokoma said. “So really just trying to cultivate that spirit of loving where you live, to where if you have friends here, if you feel connected to powerful people and you feel connected to the community in the sense that you have given back, we think you’ll be more likely to stay here.” If you are interested in getting to know more about the YPSLC, visit their website at www.ypslc.com l
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CNN host uses humor to push King’s dream forward By Cami Mondeaux | c.mondeaux@mycityjournals.com
W. Kamau Bell giving a lecture on January 17 at the Grand Theatre at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC). The lecture was a collaboration of Westminster College’s B.W. Bastian Diversity Lecture Series and SLCC’s Martin Luther King celebration events. (Photo courtesy Steve Speckman)
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Look at me, I got a white guy bringing me a chair out,” says CNN host W. Kamau Bell as he enters the stage. The crowd bursts into laughter. A sold-out crowd gathered on Jan. 17 in the Grand Theatre at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) as part of the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2019. The lecture was a collaboration of Westminster College’s B.W. Bastian Diversity Lecture Series and SLCC’s Martin Luther King Jr. celebration events. According to Deneece Huftalin, president of SLCC, the event intended to “create space for critical and civil discussion about events we face as a nation.” After a night of laughing and technical difficulties, the CNN host used his humor and vulnerability to push Martin Luther King’s legacy forward. “I don’t feel pressured to explain Martin Luther King to you,” Bell said. “That’s
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not my job tonight […] My job is to look at the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. and push it forward [and] figure out how to get to the next place.” Bell is an Emmy-nominated host of CNN’s documentary series “United Shades of America,” traveling around the U.S. giving Americans a closer look at lesser wellknown subcultures. He “sheds light on the indignities and injustices that have permeated out nation’s history,” according to CityWeekly.net. Bell also gets invited to speak on college campuses throughout the country, especially during January and February around Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Bell had a list of lessons he wanted to show his audience that night, encouraging them to be vulnerable, engage in uncomfortable conversations and take chances. Bell showed a variety of different scenes from his series to showcase difficult
conversations he engaged in to learn more about other’s lives. Engaging in these uncomfortable discussions, he said, helps one learn from people they otherwise wouldn’t talk to. He tells the stories he’s heard from incarcerated individuals, Mexico residents living on other side of the wall and a young Sikh boy. Understanding and listening to others is crucial to empathize and become united. Bell showed a scene from his series where he went to visit his grandmother’s old house in a neighborhood that was torn down. He said it was important to not “forget to feel stuff” in front of viewers, to create a sense of solidarity. Bell began and ended his lecture with scenes from when he attended a Ku Klux Klan (KKK) cross burning meeting. Although he said he was scared, he knew this was the kind of chance he was lecturing others to take.
The KKK is an American hate group. These cross burnings they participate in date back to Medieval Europe. It is often used a symbol of intimidation and has historically been performed before lynchings of black men, according to Medium.com. Bell said that although being vulnerable is important to understanding others’ stories, during the burning he did not allow himself to cry. “What I was thinking in that moment was ‘Don’t cry,’” Bell said. “That was a time I didn’t feel the need to be vulnerable […] Something in that moment said, ‘You cannot give them the satisfaction of crying… because of all of the black people who were in this moment who knew this was the last thing they would see.” l
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Valentine’s Day ideas
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Romantic: Does your honey have to work on Valentine’s Day? That’s not romantic…but perhaps doing one sweet deed a day is the best way to make it up to your honey. Help them feel extra appreciated with one sweet gesture a day leading up to Feb. 14. Outdoorsy: Don’t let cold temperatures stop you from celebrating Valentine’s in the great outdoors. Dress warmly and try these ideas: Ice Skating: Gallivan Center, Ice Rink Hotline: (801) 535-6117. For more details check out their website: www. thegallivancenter.com. Skiing: Some ski resorts offer retreats, spa specials and romantic dinners for Valentine’s Day. Be sure to make reservations ahead of time. This website: www.skiutah.com helps you navigate different resort websites for information. Ice Castles: Journey to Midway and walk hand-in-hand around magnificent illuminated ice formations. www.icecastles.com Giving back: The hopeful animals at local animal shelters could use some love too. The Sandy Animal Services Department doesn’t need volunteers, but they do allow good willed people to visit and give the animals attention in their pet/play room during normal business hours. Sandy Animal Services Department is located at 8751 S. 700 West in Sandy. (801) 352-4450 Indoorsy: If you and your love opt out of crowds this year…perhaps make a fun recipe together, cookies, cupcakes, or whatever your fancy…and then paint or draw one another to the best of your artistic abilities. Check out Painting with a Twist and Color Me Mine for some indoor painting activities for a date. Singles/miscellaneous: Sumo Wrestling! Yes, you can rent a sumo suit with some friends from Canyon Party Rental, LLC (801) 836-7700. For more information their website is: www.canyonpartyrental.com For seniors: “Draper’s best kept secret.” That’s according to Draper Senior Center’s office specialist Lisa Campbell. The senior center offers an array of fun things for seniors to do and socialize. And it is free for seniors aged 60+ and free for spouses under 60 if they are married to a member who is at least 60. It’s open to seniors living in all areas. There is a workout facility, classes offered and even a café serving generous portions at good prices. Their Valentine’s Day event, a ballroom dance Valentine’s party, will take place on Feb. 13 at 10:30 a.m. Come join in the dance and fun and celebrate “love day” with good music provided by the ballroom dance class and enjoy light refreshments. And on Feb. 14 at 11:30 a.m. Valentine’s entertainment will be provided by the non-profit organization Heart and Soul. Fancy foodies and desserts: If you’re a foodie and you plan to splurge on your sweetie by deciding to indulge and tantalize your taste buds in ambiance, La Caille, a French restaurant in Sandy, is having a Valentine’s seven-course dinner for $150 per person, reservations required. They are located at 9565 Wasatch Blvd. in Sandy. (801) 942-1751 And www.opentable.com is a simplified way to find a Utah Valentine’s Day restaurant with open reservations. If you don’t want to deal with crowds, Dairy Queen is having Cupid’s Cake, made from their traditional ice cream cake, perfect for sharing and it comes in the shape of a heart, a sweet treat for your sweetie that you can take home. Family: If you’re not already in touch with your inner
website states, “Wall-to-wall trampolines attract jumpers of all ages to this complex with air dodge ball and foam pits.” They are located at 12674 Pony Express Rd. in Draper. (801) 601-8125 And if you’re not in Draper there is another called Get Air Salt Lake in Murray at 5546 Van Winkle. Teens and adult, budget friendly: The Draper Library is offering on Feb. 6, at 6:30 p.m. a tasting of chocolate and creating. You will get the chance to test your palate with chocolate sampling and create your own seasonal craft to go with. This is through the Draper Makers, they have a seasonal creation time to learn new techniques, the supplies are provided while quantities last. Registration preferred. The Draper Library is at 1136 E. Pioneer Rd. (12400 S.) Draper and is across from the TRAX station. (801) 943-4636 Developmentally Appropriate: “All Ability Activity Very Fun Valentines,” Friday, February 1 at 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Crafts and activities are designed for adults and teens with disabilities. “We have a great time, it’s the highlight of my month,” said Sarah Brinkerhoff, manager at the Draper Library. Registration is required. www.thecountylibrary.org The Draper Library is located at 1136 E. Pioneer Rd. (12400 S.) in Draper and is across the street from the TRAX station. (801) 943-4636 Kid friendly, family/friends and free: Valentine crafting, bring the kiddies to make a sweet penguin magnet, on Saturday, Feb. 9 at 1-4 p.m. You may drop in between those hours to make a magnet for Valentine’s Day. The crafting will take place in the children’s area; everything will be available to put together a magnet, while supplies last. Feb. 11, 7- 8 p.m. Family Draper Makers, no registration required, supplies provided while quantities last. Make homemade Valentines and spend quality time with family while creating seasonal crafts. Draper Library is located at 1136 E. Pioneer Rd. (12400 S.) in Draper and is across the street from the TRAX station. (801) 943-4636 Whatever you plan to do, here’s one easy tip for fostering love and appreciation: During your time together, take a break from checking cell phones and focus on one another. Valentine’s Day is truly a day to be loving first and foremost to others and yourself. l
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Humans of Sugar House: Felix Villar By Spencer W. Belnap | s.belnap@mycityjournals.com
Felix Villar stands outside Sugar House’s Olive Garden, a proud general manager. (Spencer W. Belnap/City Journals)
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eople come to the United States, and ultimately Salt Lake City, for all sorts of reasons. Perhaps it’s to be closer to family or for a new job. Some come to be closer to the mountains. Many migrate to this growing city for opportunity. Felix Villar, who was born in the Dominican Republic and grew up in Puerto Rico, came here for that very thing. He seized the opportunities given to him since he arrived and developed himself as
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a restaurant manager. He is now the general manager of the Olive Garden in Sugar House (2272 S. 1300 East). “I came here when I was 24 years old,” Villar said. “I worked at P.F. Chang’s when I first arrived. As soon as I saw Olive Garden though, I said I have to work here.” Villar worked downtown and at a couple other locations across the valley for several years in addition to the busy Sugar House spot. This marks his 11th year with
Olive Garden. He has held just about every position at the restaurant, from hosting to serving to training, and worked his way up the ranks of management. “I’m always developing myself and my employees,” Villar said. “I try to hire great people and treat them right. It’s important to train them the right way and hold them to high standards. I’m always firm but fair.” Villar has a very positive attitude. His management philosophies and style have
proven to be vital at the restaurant in both developing employees and establishing a great culture. “If it wasn’t for Felix, I wouldn’t still be here,” said Ernesto “Ernie” Acosta, now in a head take-out and catering position at the restaurant. “I had put in my two weeks notice, but Felix convinced me to stay. I look forward to going to work because he’s here.” Front of the House Manager Angella Katseanes expressed similar sentiments. “He’s an awesome leader,” Katseanes said. “In restaurants it can get really chaotic and stressful, but he stays positive. I think he really exemplifies the behaviors that we should all aspire to. He shows it, he does it, he lives it.” Villar cares about his employees’ professional development, but also their happiness and well-being. He asked Katseanes to cook a Thanksgiving dinner at the restaurant for employees and their families since some may not have a family here. He himself cooked a huge Puerto Rican meal for employees and their families for a special part of their Christmas party. “Felix has a big heart, and really tries to do the right things,” Katseanes said. “He listens, and truly cares.” Villar enjoys leading other immigrants who have come to this city and helping them become as successful as he has. “I encourage them to learn the culture and learn the language,” Villar said. “Being bi-lingual is very important. I also tell them to get to know people and get involved with their community.” After Villar migrated here, his brother and sister and a couple cousins eventually came. His mom will make visits, but prefers to stay in the warmth of Puerto Rico. “It was very difficult to adapt to the climate here,” Villar said. “It was really dry and my skin was used to so much humidity.” Villar grew up surfing along Puerto Rico’s coast, but now has adapted those skills to Utah mountains and tries to snowboard every winter. When he’s not working hard at the restaurant, or helping his employees, he’s spending time with his family. He met his wife, Daniela, at the Olive Garden location in West Valley City. The two welcomed a baby boy, Santiago, into their lives last year. They plan on staying here and raising him in their new home of Salt Lake City. l
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Blood shortage leads to emergency call for donors By Travis Barton | travis@mycityjournals.com
Upcoming blood drives in Salt Lake County: Kearns
2/1: 2:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Kearns Western Hills Stake, 5380 W 5400 S
Magna
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Riverton
2/7: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., Bluffdale Utah S Stake, 14662 S 3200 W
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American Red Cross staff member Kathryn Anderson prepares to take a blood donation from Ellie Cheung. (Amanda Romney/American Red Cross)
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s of Jan. 14, the Red Cross had a less than three-day supply of most blood types on hand, nationwide. That’s well below the ideal five-day supply used to respond to emergencies and daily hospital needs. An emergency call was issued by the American Red Cross for blood and platelet donors in January. A lack of blood drives over the holidays has led to a blood shortage, according to a Red Cross press release. The Red Cross collected more than 27,000 fewer blood and platelet donations the weeks of Christmas and New Year’s than needed to sustain a sufficient blood supply. During this period, about 1,350 fewer blood drives were hosted by volunteer sponsor groups than required to meet patient needs as busy holiday schedules kept many donors away. “Many people may not realize that blood products are perishable, and the only source of lifesaving blood for patients is volunteer blood donors,” said Cliff Numark, senior vice president, Red Cross Biomedical Services in the press release. “When donations decline – as they did around the holidays and may further decline if severe winter weather and flu season pick up – lifesaving medical treatments could be delayed.” All eligible donors, especially platelet donors and blood donors with type O blood, are urged to make an appointment to give in the coming days to help restock the shelves for hospital patients. Eligible donors can find a blood or platelet donation opportunity and schedule an appointment to donate by using the free Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Volunteer blood
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drive hosts are also critically needed to prevent the shortage from worsening this winter. “We hope people can resolve to save lives now – when there is an emergency need – as well as throughout the year,” added Numark. In May 2018, 4-year-old Branson Gibby was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare type of childhood cancer that affects certain types of nerve tissue, after complaining of pain in his arms and legs and running a fever. After many tests, his mother, Erica Austin, was given the news that no mother ever wants to hear: her son had cancer. Branson’s 18-month treatment plan includes many rounds of grueling chemotherapy, surgery to remove the tumor near his kidney and spinal cord, stem cell transplants, and possibly radiation. He has already endured several lengthy hospital stays and began receiving the first of his stem cell transplants this fall. Since his diagnosis, Branson has received 12 blood and 11 platelet transfusions. Of the transfusions, Austin said, “They have been so important to keep him as healthy, active and battle-ready, as possible. This is the hardest thing our family has ever faced. However, there is hope in the generosity of strangers who are helping to heal my brave boy. Blood and platelet donations truly are the gift of life.” Last January and February weather conditions forced hundreds of blood drive cancellations, causing about 23,000 blood and platelet donations to go uncollected nationwide, according to the Red Cross.
2/1: 8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Salt Lake City Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/1: 1:30 p.m. - 8 p.m., Taylorsville Utah South Stake, 4932 S 3200 W 2/2: 7:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/3: 7:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/4: 7:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/4: 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., LDS Hospital, 8th Avenue and C Street 2/4: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Holiday Inn & Suites Airport West, 5001 Wiley Post Way 2/5: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., PlanSource, #9 Exchange Place, 350 S. Main Street 2/5: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Employers Council, 175 W 200 S, Suite 2005 2/5: 12:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/6: 12:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/7: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., SLC Department of Airports, Terminal One - Alpha Bus Plaza 2/7: 11:15 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/8: 8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/9: 7:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/9: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church, 5335 Highland Dr 2/9: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., AT&T Holladay, 1873 E Murray Holladay Blvd. 2/9: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Wasatch Hills Seventh-day Adventist Church, 2139 Foothill Dr 2/10: 7:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/11: 7:15 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/12: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Unico Properties LLC, 250 E 200 S, Suite 150 2/12: 12 p.m. - 5 p.m., Monaco Apartments, 4115 S 430 E 2/12: 12:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/13: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., United Way of Salt Lake, 257 E 200 S, Suite 300 2/13: 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Hilton Salt Lake City Center, 255 S W Temple 2/13: 12:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/14: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., University of UT Health Sciences Education Bldg, 26 S 2000 E 2/14: 11:15 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/14: 2:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Salt Lake Pioneer Stake, 1401 W 700 S 2/15: 8:15 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., SLC Blood Donation Center, 6616 S 900 E 2/15: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., Myriad Genetics, 320 Wakara Way 2/15: 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., Taylorsville Stake, 895 W 4800 S
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2/1: 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., Merrick Bank, 10705 S Jordan Gateway, Suite 200 2/14: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., Ivanti Software, 698 W 10000 S, Suite 500
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2/1: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., West Jordan Cobble Creek Stake, 8150 Grizzly Way 2/6: 2 p.m. - 8 p.m., West Jordan Utah Westland Stake, 7265 S 2700 West 2/15: 4 p.m. - 9 p.m., West Jordan Utah YSA Stake, 3431 Wights Fort Road
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2/7: 11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Progrexion/Decker Lake, 2850 S Decker Lake Drive 2/15: 3 p.m. - 8 p.m., Granger West Stake, 3901 West 2925 S
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Improved Highland wrestlers continue to make progress By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
Highland’s Paul Clark won second place at the Desert Storm Invitational in St. George earlier this season. (Photo courtesy of Ted Sierer)
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n sports, many people measure success by wins and losses. But these results don’t always tell the full story. In the case of the Highland High School wrestling teams, there have been some ups and downs, but head coach Ted Sierer likes the effort his competitors have given and has enjoyed seeing his athletes learn and develop skills and compete against some talented foes on the mat. The Rams have some inexperienced underclassmen on the squad, but these wrestlers and their teammates continue to approach each practice and match with opti-
mism and desire. “So far, the season has gone fairly well,” Sierer said. “Being a young team, we are not winning every match and tournament, but we are getting better every time we step on the mat. I am seeing improvement with each wrestler every time he wrestles. This is what I was hoping for. I knew going into the season that most of my wrestlers were going to face a pretty steep learning curve. I have been excited to see that this learning curve has not intimidated or discouraged them. They understand the season is long and is a learning process.”
Highland High School wrestler Colin Sierer takes first place at a meet earlier this season. (Photo courtesy of Ted Sierer)
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Despite many new faces, the Rams are still not out of the hunt for a region title. Sierer wasn’t sure the team would be capable of contending in Region 6, due to the lack of proven experience. Still, the team defeated region favorite West earlier in the season and also competed well in a tournament in St. George. “The boys have stepped up and are doing well in region matches,” Sierer said. The coach’s son, Colin Sierer, along with another top wrestler, Paul Clark, have been the top two performers this season. Colin Sierer had a record of 33-2 as of Jan. 9 and went undefeated at the Juab Winter Classic. He also placed first at the Desert Storm Invitational in St. George. Clark won 28 of his first 35 matches and placed second in St. George. He also didn’t lose a single match at the Gallegos Memorial Duals.
Ted Sierer also points out the improvement of wrestlers Josh Berg and Jonah Gaye, both of whom he said, “have been wrestling better than expected.” Berg, a sophomore, is in his first year of varsity competition. “[Berg] has batted through some tough opponents and has been one of the most consistent wrestlers over the past month,” Ted Sierer said. “[Gaye] is a senior but is only a second year wrestler but has wrestled well. He is putting together moves and skills well. I see him improving with every match. I feel confident that both Josh and Jonah will be able to accomplish some great things by the end of the season if they continue working hard and continue to improve.” Ted Sierer knows there’s still a long way to go and much work to do before the team can exceed its goals and be a factor in the postseason. He’s trying to help the boys wrestle with consistency and only worry about the task at hand. “We need to continue to take the season one match and tournament at a time,” he said. “I am trying to keep the boys focused on the present. We can’t change the past, and the future hasn’t happened yet and is therefore unknown. The only thing we can control is the present. We also need to remain focused on improving our individual skill sets. As we focus on executing our moves better and finding perfection in the way we do those skills, wins will take care of themselves. I want the boys to focus on themselves and not any external distractions.” Ted Sierer is pleased with his athletes’ attitudes and desires to do their best. He’s hopeful that with this mindset, the Rams will be a difficult team for other squads to contend with at state. The Class 5A wrestling meet will take place Feb. 13 and 14 at Utah Valley University. l
Highland’s Jonah Gaye fights for positioning in a meet earlier this season. (Photo courtesy of Ted Sierer)
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Highland girls basketball team seeks consistency, region contention By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
The Highland Rams compete against West in a region game. (Justin Adams/City Journals)
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ith four postseason spots open among six teams in Region 6, every game matters. The Highland girls basketball team knows this, which is why the Rams are looking to string together some wins now that they’re in the heart of region play. Highland went 6-5 in non-region action and then split its first two region games. Though Highland has had its moments, head coach Kurt Schneider is aiming for a more consistent output. “It has been an up-and-down year,” Schneider said. “We have played really good at times and really bad. We have been inconsistent on offense. Our defense has been solid. I am most pleased about how we have persevered through the ups and downs.” As Schneider points out, the Rams have been within reach in all but one of their losses. Highland fell in lopsided fashion to Corner Canyon, 65-33 on Dec. 13 but have four defeats in single digits and one by 11 to Cyprus. Conversely, five of Highland’s first seven victories came by at least 12 points. Schneider’s assessment of his team’s defensive effort appears to be spot on. The Ram’s have frustrated foes and their offensive attacks. Only Corner Canyon managed to score more than 48 points on Highland during the first 13 games. The Rams held
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five teams during this span to fewer than 30 points. Individually, Schneider is pleased with the play of Olivia Beckstead and Kaija Glasker. Both players were named by the radio station 1280 The Zone as Athletes of the Week. Glasker is averaging close to 15 points per game, while Beckstead tallies eight points a contest. Glasker is also the leading rebounder with more than seven boards a game. “Kaija Glasker and Olivia Beckstead have stood out,” Schneider said. “Kaija is averaging close to a double-double, and Olivia has been one of the top three-point shooters along with running the team and being our best defender. They have played at a high level consistently.” Schneider also said senior Alexa Thurgood has been a standout defender and a “pleasant surprise.” Highland has played a challenging schedule this season, with many of those games coming on the road. Schneider admires the way his team has battled in most of these games. With some more consistency, he believes his girls can continue to compete well in all their remaining games. “From here on out, we need to be consistent offensively for four quarters and play good team defense,” he said. “We will need to have confidence from all of the girls to step
up in any given situations.” Even in defeat, Highland players have been supportive of one another and have kept their chins up. Schneider admires their resilience and camaraderie. “The kids have had a great attitude and have really supported each other,” he said. “Sports are full of up and downs and emotions, and we have been able to handle them really good as a team. The athletes really enjoy being around one another. The kids have really left everything on the floor every game and have played extremely hard.”
The Rams crushed Murray 51-29 on Jan. 8 and lost at East 48-41 on Jan. 11. The Rams play each Region 6 foe twice and end the regular season Feb. 12 at home against Skyline. l
Olivia Beckstead brings the ball up the court against West during a region game. (Justin Adams/City Journals)
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After Fashion Place Mall shooting, IMC asks us to Stop the Bleed By Shaun Delliskave | s.delliskave@mycityjournals.com
This Department of Homeland Security graphic demonstrates bleeding control techniques. (Photo courtesy DHS)
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the bleeding can mean survival for those involved. After the Jan. 13 gang-related shooting at Fashion Place Mall in Murray, Intermountain Healthcare issued the following statement: “…(the) shooting at Fashion
Place Mall is a valuable reminder that everyone should know how to Stop the Bleed.” Intermountain Medical Center is offering just this kind of training to the public in a program developed by the Department of Homeland Security’s Stop the Bleeding Coalition. “The Stop the Bleeding Coalition is focused on raising awareness of how, with the proper training and materials, death from bleeding can be prevented. Simple measures can save many lives,” according to IHC’s press release. “Uncontrolled bleeding is the number one cause of death after a mass shooting and similar mass casualty events.” Stop the Bleed training materials state, “No matter how rapid the arrival of professional emergency responders, bystanders will always be first on the scene. A person who is bleeding can die from blood loss within five minutes, therefore it is important to quickly stop the blood loss. Those nearest to someone with a life-threatening injury are best positioned to provide first care.” In emergency situations, the Federal Emergency Management Agency advises that you first call 9-1-1, then protect the injured from harm. Stop the bleeding, then position the injured so they can breathe. Stay close to provide them with comfort. “Approximately 40 percent of trauma-related deaths worldwide are due to bleeding or its consequences, establishing hemorrhage as the most common cause of preventable death in trauma,” according to IHC. That’s why trauma experts from the Intermountain Medical Center Trauma Program in Murray say Stop the Bleed is a national awareness campaign and call-to-action. Stop the Bleed is intended to cultivate grassroots efforts that encourage bystanders
to become trained, equipped, and empowered to help in a bleeding emergency before professional help arrives. Bystanders at Fashion Place Mall were able to apply dressings and tourniquets to the wounded before paramedics arrived. The quick thinking of these responders was hailed as critical in helping the wounded survive. Dr. Mark Stevens, a Level 1 trauma surgeon at Intermountain Medical Center, said, “We recommend placement of tourniquets only when there’s life-threatening bleeding that can’t be stopped by direct pressure. I don’t think either of the injured was hurt by placing the tourniquets, but they probably weren’t necessary in this situation.” Stop the Bleed courses, such as the one that IMC offers, recommend that you first find the source of bleeding. If you have something to put in between the blood and your hands, like gloves, a cloth, or a plastic bag, use it. Apply firm, steady pressure directly on the source of the bleeding. Push hard to stop or slow bleeding, even if it is painful to the injured. Keep applying pressure until emergency medical services arrive. A tourniquet should be used when the injury is to an arm or leg and/or the bleeding is so severe it cannot be controlled otherwise. Those interested in getting trained can attend a free hour-long Stop the Bleed course offered by IMC. The Draper Fire Department also offers a Stop the Bleed course. Check with your local fire department to see if a similar course is available. For more information, go to stopthebleed.usuhs.edu, and IMC course information can be found at intermountainhealthcare.org/calendar/central/imed/stop-the-bleed. l
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nless you’re one of the few anomalies in the world, we’ve all been in an accident. We’ve experienced that sickening feeling when your car makes unwanted contact with another vehicle. We’re frustrated and disheartened. While we may want to crawl into a hole, we can’t. There are things to do and we’ve given you 10 to be aware of (in no particular order). 1. Have an emergency kit in your car. While this step comes before the accident occurs, it’s essential to be prepared. Whatever you kit entails, make sure it has a first-aid kit, flashlight, reflective triangles and a small (and simple) camera in case there’s been damage to your phone. We’re typically frustrated or frazzled after an accident and not inclined to rational thinking. Being prepared limits the possibility of forgetfulness. 2. Take a deep breath. Accidents are traumatic experiences. Taking a breath will shift focus from what just happened to what needs to be done next. 3. Get a status check on everyone in the car. Check with each passenger to see if they are OK. Have someone call 911 immediately if someone is injured or unresponsive. 4. Move to a safe location. Most insurance companies recommend relocating the vehicle to the sidewalk or shoulder of the road as soon as possible after the accident. If
the damage to the car is minor, this should be relatively easy. But if there are major injuries or questions about the safety of the car, leave it where it is, even if its blocking traffic. 5. Increase your visibility. Turn on your hazard lights and set out your attention items from the emergency kit—flares, orange cones, reflective triangles, etc. One accident should not lead to another. Take precaution to ensure other drivers on the road remain safe. 6. Stay calm. It is very easy to lose your temper in this situation, it’s human nature. Keeping your cool will keep the situation from getting worse. If it wasn’t your fault, it’s easy to want to let your emotions loose on the other driver. This will cloud your judgment and may lead to something that does not help the situation. You still need to exchange information. 7. Exchange insurance information. This is imperative. If you are to file a claim on your car, you will need the other driver’s information. Most likely, after an accident you are feeling jumpy or stressed. It means when you try to write down their information your handwriting will look like ancient hieroglyphics and, unless you are a cryptographer, will be unable to read it later. We live in the 21st century, take a photo of their information and take photos of the damage done to both cars.
8. Don’t admit guilt. Every insurance company will tell you to do this. Even if you are at fault and it was you to blame. This could drive your premium up or even lead to you being sued. Let the police and insurance companies determine this. 9. Call the police. While some minor accidents don’t require a report to be filed, it’s up to the discretion of the drivers in the accident to call the police. Law enforcement can take statements, get information on injuries and property damage. Be sure to ask for a copy of the accident report. If there is a dispute, the officer will be an important testimony.
10. See a doctor. Depending on the injuries suffered or not, it is easy to skip this. A large financial situation has just happened with the car accident, you don’t want another one by seeing the doctor and jacking up your health costs. It’s important to consider it, or possibly speak with one. Adrenaline can be pumping after the accident and one might not notice the amount of whiplash to your neck. Symptoms can take 24 hours to appear. The warning signs include neck pain, stiffness, loss of motion in the neck, headaches, fatigue, dizziness and pain in the shoulders or upper back. It can be better to be safe than sorry. l
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pened in 2016, Table X has treated diners to beautifully prepared, fresh-fromthe-garden food, much of which is harvested from their French potager (kitchen) garden by their full-time gardener. This on-site garden includes fruit trees, root vegetables, a variety of tomatoes (they produced over 300 lbs. in 2018), fruits such as currants, grapes and strawberries, as well as flowers which not only please the eye but many of which are edible. Their organic garden is planted to attract beneficial insects and is nourished by composted vegetable scraps, egg shells and coffee grounds. No pesticides or chemicals
are used. In the winter, they grow root vegetables in cold frames. They have also added a beehive to the garden to help with pollination. They will harvest their first batch of honey this year. Table X is the brain child of Mike Blocher, Nick Fahs and David Barboza. After graduating in 2010 from The Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York, they worked for a variety of restaurants, from fine dining establishments to mom-and-pop eateries. They eventually came to Utah with their vision of bringing the highest caliber of
new American cuisine and service in a casual, unpretentious environment. “We believe fine dining doesn’t need to be presumptuous,” stated chef Nick Fahs. Their ever-evolving menu utilizes produce in season. Anything they are not able to use quickly is preserved using various methods such as aging, canning, drying, fermenting and pickling. To supplement their own garden, they shop at the local farmers markets. Their menu offers multiple snacks, appetizers, entrées and desserts. Snacks include fingerling potatoes, dry-aged beets, house made burrata cheese and fennel roasted carrots. Appetizer offerings are Clifford Farm soft cooked eggs, sweet potato gnocchi and organic green salad. Entrée selections include vegetable steak, Pacific striped bass, Jones Creek bavette steak, which is twice as flavorful as a flank steak, Christiansen Farm’s Berkshire pork renowned for its juicy and flavorful meat, Morgan Valley leg of lamb and green lentil soup. Their dessert choices include hazelnut ice cream, olive oil cake, blueberry granita and a spiced angel food cake. Their menu is tweaked almost daily to incorporate what is fresh and on hand. Each offering is lovingly made and artfully
displayed. Table X is housed in a 1929 renovated building complete with a rustic, wood barrel roof. Taking 2 ½ years to carefully plan and design, Table X opened its doors on November 6, 2016. The restaurant features a private dining room overlooking the garden that seats up to 14 guests. It is also available for private business clients and events. The main dining room seats up to 50. The open kitchen allows patrons to see the chefs in action. Sourdough bread is made daily in house. For Valentine’s Day, they offer a seven-course tasting menu and a vegetarian menu is also available. Reservations can be made online at tablexrestaurant.com. Table X is open Wednesday through Sunday from 5 to 10 p.m. in Millcreek at 1457 E. 3350 South. (385) 528-3712. Gift certificates are available. They have a large parking lot that is connected to the building. They are handicap accessible. Dress is casual. They were awarded Salt Lake Magazine’s Dining Award in 2017 and 2018. Gastronomic Salt Lake City placed them on their 10 best fine dining list for 2019.
Westminster Offers Community Education Classes, Swim Lessons and Girls Sports and Rec Clinic to the Public By Traci Siriprathane, director of Westminster’s Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation Looking to try something new in the New Year? Westminster College offers a variety of programs that are available to the Sugar House and local community. From swim lessons to photography classes, Westminster has something for people of all ages and interests. SWim LESSOnS Thursdays, January 31-March 28 (eight weeks) Cost $30 Westminster College offers swim lessons for children of all ages. Each session runs eight weeks and the cost is $30. Westminster is an American Red Cross Learn to Swim facility offering swim lessons for all ages and levels. Parent and Child Aquatics (6 months to 3 years), Preschool Aquatics (children ages 4 – 5), and Learn to Swim (ages 6 and older). Visit westminstercollege.edu/swimlessons for registration information and class level descriptions. Ski and SnOWbOaRd CLaSS Fridays, February-March • 10:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Cost $320 The 2018-19 ski and snowboard season is in full swing and the freshly powdered mountains are just waiting to be played on. Westminster College and Brighton Ski Resort have partnered to teach
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tradition of the artist in nature. The program will also incorporate slide-illustrated lectures, group discussion, a field trip, student feedback and critiques. No experience is necessary. COmmunity EduCatiOn Other classes offered this semester through Westminster College’s Community Education program include yoga basics, financial wellness classes, beginning and advanced scuba, Jackie Sorensen fitness eight ski or snowboard lessons for those wanting classes and American Red Cross WSI and lifeguard to learn. The classes are $320—which comes out to certification courses. Visit www.westminstercollege. $40 per lesson—and include a resort pass for the edu/communityed for a full list of classes, descripday so that participants can stay and ski after their tions and registration information. lesson. Participants are taught by Brighton Snow natiOnaL GiRLS & WOmEn in SPORtS day School instructors and assigned to classes based on (NGWSD) – Ages: girls 6-14 years old their skill level. March 2 from 2-5:30 p.m. OutdOOR PhOtOGRaPhy Cost: $10 Wednesdays, March 20-April 10 from 6-8 p.m. Westminster hosts a sports and recreation clinic to Cost $115 celebrate NGWSD, an event that empowers womOutdoor enthusiasts looking to capture moments en and girls to get moving and embrace physical through the camera lens will enjoy Westminster’s activity. Westminster’s event will offer 18 different Mastering the Art of Outdoor Photography class. sports and recreation opportunities. The event is This workshop will introduce participants to the open to girls ages 6-14 years old. Girls can try a skills and techniques they can use to create pro- new sport activity or participate in one they alfessional-quality images documenting their wil- ready know and love. The cost is $10 and the first derness adventures. Topics will include exposure 250 girls to register will receive a T-shirt and water control, light metering, principles of composition, bottle. Visit www.westminstercollege.edu/ngwsd qualities of natural light and the philosophy and for more information and to register.
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City lobbyists work to communicate with lawmakers By Erin Dixon | erin@mycityjournals.com
To communicate with state legislators, many cities turn to professional lobbyists for help. (Pixabay)
When a bill is approved in the Utah State Capitol, the consequences can be cascading and far reaching. The Utah State General Legislative session runs from Jan. 28 to Mar. 14. During that time, there may be a bill that can negatively affect a city, financially and systematically. For cities to keep up with the thousand-plus bills during a session, there must be some communication with legislators. City governments must make their own effort; there is no official meeting with state and city leaders. And with government officials constantly changing with each election, relationships can be difficult to maintain. One resource some cities turn to is lobbyists. A lobbyist means “an individual who is employed by a principal; or an individual who contracts for economic consideration, other than reimbursement for reasonable travel expenses, with a principal to lobby a public official.” (Utah State Code Chapter 11) Lobbying is defined as “communicating with a public official for the purpose of influencing the passage, defeat, amendment, or postponement of legislative or executive action.” (Utah State Code Chapter 11) There are strict rules in state code that dictate exactly how a lobbyist behaves with government officials, down to the size of font on their name tags. Most importantly is the required full disclosure of expenditures to government officials. Lobbyists are required to submit these disclosures to the state at the end of every quarter. This disclosure includes when, why, where and how the money was spent on an official, whether it be travel, lodging or food (above the value of $10). A professional lobbying firm, Foxley &
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Pignanelli, is employed by West Jordan City. Renae Cowley, associate lobbyist for Foxley & Pignanelli, explained that a lobbyist is not as much an influence but an informer. “We present lawmakers with facts and data that inform them of the broader scopes and impact of the laws that they are passing,” Cowley said. “A lot of times, they are unaware of these unintended consequences. At the end of the day, we don’t have a vote.” For example, in 2017, Operation Rio Grande was implemented that cleared Union Station of homeless individuals. Many moved to areas around the Jordan River. While there were other initiatives to help find housing for the homeless, it is not a problem solved. Now the cities along the Jordan River are responsible for the homeless but were not given any additional police resources or funding. It is now up to those cities to come up with the resources. This is particularly a problem in West Jordan, a city that does not have a homeless shelter. Councilmember Alan Anderson described how this is a financial issue for the city and part of the motivation for their property tax increase. “We get the added crime for moving the Rio Grande, and we have to pay [West Valley and South Salt Lake] with homeless shelters with [sales tax] that we collect, which is how we’re funding police and fire,” Anderson said. “We have to make adjustments because the legislature changes things.” Having a knowledgeable voice to communicate these types of issues can make a big difference to a city. Lobbyists maintain professional relationships that may be difficult for individual cities to maintain while taking care of internal city needs. West Jordan Mayor Jim Riding explained
his endorsement of lobbyists. “You get someone who’s elected, and he may have been a CEO of a tech company or a shoe salesman,” Riding said. “But now he’s going to go up and lobby, when the lobbyists are the ones that have the background and experience and know the people.” For West Jordan, lobbyists efforts have been fruitful. West Jordan, a city trying to boost its economic base, has been unable to invite a new car dealership. Businesses are required to pay full value on property (residents pay 40 percent) and car dealerships can significantly lift city budgets. State code prohibited similar car dealerships from being closer than 20 miles to another, and because of existing dealerships in neighboring cities, West Jordan was unable to invite a car dealership into their city limits. Lobbyists Foxley & Pignanelli were tasked with addressing this issue. “[West Jordan City Council] hired lobbyists to shrink the size of the circumference of the restriction that existed for a new car dealership,” said West Jordan City Manager David Brickey. “It used to be 20 miles, and they were able to cut it in half down to 10. For the first time since that enactment of law and its restriction, West Jordan could now be the home of a new car dealership.” Other cities choose to send their own leaders, rather than professional lobbyists. In recent years, Sandy City employed many professionals. But, when Mayor Kurt Bradburn was elected, he decreased the number of paid lobbyists and gave much of that responsibility to his deputy mayor, Evelyn Everton. “Having me here full time made it so that we didn’t need so many contract lobbyists,” Everton said. “We picked the best of the best that we had. Some of our lobbyists are focused
on water issues, some of them are focused on securing state funding for infrastructure, and some are kind of catch-all and helping to advocate for the city.” Everton explained the need that Sandy sees in lobbying with the state legislature. “These legislators are going to see about 1,000 bills over 45 days,” she said. “There is no possible way for them to know everything about every bill. A lobbyist’s job is to really understand how this legislation does affect certain industries and how it affects our city. That can be anything from how it affects our watershed, how it affects our tax dollars, how it affects our infrastructure or how it will affect our fire and police department.” Though lobbyists are a useful and loud voice on Capitol Hill, they are not the only voice, nor are they the loudest. “When paid lobbyists go up against a group of highly organized citizens, we lose every single time,” Cowley said. “Politics is for those who show up. Private citizens speaking on their own behalf for their own behalf are far more powerful than the paid lobbyists.” Unite for Holladay is one such example of a loud public voice that overruled the voices of developers and government. In Holladay, there was a development on the table for construction on the old Cottonwood Mall site. The majority of the community opposed the development with 57 percent of voters rejecting the development. Paul Baker, founder of Unite for Holladay was amazed and proud of his city for vocalizing their opinion. “In lobbying, there is no substitute to a well-informed and mobilized populous,” Baker said. “But having a well-informed citizens majority is unique and requires three ingredients: a lack of listening, passionate citizens, and really poor policy.”
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UCT SPINS A WEB WITH ‘TIMELESS’ TALE By Travis Barton | travis@mycityjournals.com
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his spider won’t scare you. “Charlotte’s Web,” the classic children’s story by E. B. White, hit the stage Jan. 18 at the Utah Children’s Theatre (3605 South State Street) for its six-week run through Feb. 23. The show plays on Fridays at 7 p.m. and Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Directed by Emily Holmgren, the show tells the story of a pig, Wilbur (played by Larissa Anderson), seeking companionship on the farm only to be snubbed by the other barnyard animals. Wilbur eventually befriends a spider, the titular Charlotte (played by Amanda Van Orden). “It’s one of those timeless stories about coming together,” said Nellie Kelly, the production and stage manager. “It’s a really easy story for kids to connect to, but also deals with some heavier topics. Because it deals with death a lot, it’s pretty frank about the fact that animals die on farms.” It’s a show, Kelly said, where kids can feel heavier topics “without being too dramatic or too light about it.” Last done by UCT about six years ago, the show’s gloomier themes are balanced by its comic elements. Anderson said the script directs her to a variety of emotions from happy to sad to devastated and back again. “That’s a lot, but my fellow castmates are very focused at moving those emotions along,” she said. “It feels really good.” The emotion that might resonate most with audiences is Wilbur’s longing for friendship. In a press release, Anderson said she loves how pure the friendship is throughout. “Wilbur is such a true-hearted pig,” she said. “The show is all about Wilbur’s friends and how he is loyal and true-hearted.” The show aims to capture the two sides of friendship. “This story is about the circle of life and self-sacrificing friendship,” Holmgren said in a press release. “Relationships bring the greatest sorrow and the greatest joy.” Contrasting the animals with the humans could provide the most comedy of the show. “I’ve laughed so hard putting the show together,” Holmgren said in the press release. “The audience will laugh and cry. Because they are encouraged to laugh and have fun with the characters, when one dies it sends a pang to the heart because they loved them. It’s sad, but beautiful.” Differentiating the actors playing humans from those playing animals may have been the biggest challenge. But it was something the cast and crew were ready for.
Amanda Van Orden plays the titular Charlotte in Utah Children’s Theatre’s “Charlotte’s Web.” (Photo courtesy UCT)
Animal costumes were patterned after classic clowns. Wilbur wears a hula hoop while geese have fake heads with eyeballs above their heads requiring actors to mimic where the eyes are looking despite not being their own, according to Kelly. Set design and costumes are among the items the cast and crew are enthusiastic about. Anderson was excited for the audience to see Charlotte’s actual web in action. “That’s always just a magical thing in my mind,” she said. But it’s what comes before the show that excites Kelly.
A preshow will be held for kids with games from a relay race to guessing the sound of a farm animal involving the actors. That interaction between actors and audience continues into the play as characters will speak to the audience such as when the web first appears. “It’s really cool that way, they’re very interactive,” KelLarissa Anderson plays Wilbur in Utah Children’s ly said. The cast Theatre’s “Charlotte’s Web.” (Photo courtesy UCT) ranges from 8 to middle aged and the show features many family units. Holmgren’s husband plays Homer while two of her daughters and a son also feature in the play. Two other mother-daughter duos are part of the show, with one working backstage doing makeup. Especially with rehearsals running through the holidays, it’s nice for families to perform together, Kelly said. “It was really cool because we always try to fit that in, not purposefully, but it’s kind of nice whenever our shows end up having family units in them,” she said. “Because it’s a lot of time away from your family when you’re doing theater.” For the Utah Children’s Theatre, Kelly said this show caters just as much to the younger audience as the older generation. “The 4 year old will enjoy it as much as the 82 year old.” Individual tickets may be purchased online at www.uctheatre.org or by calling 801-532-6000. l
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Highland boys basketball back in region action, ready to contend By Josh McFadden | josh@mycityjournals.com
Christian Rich (dark jersey), Highland’s leading scorer, proves he can do it on the defensive end as well. Here, he swats a shot attempt by a player from Judge Memorial. (Photo courtesy Highland basketball)
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fter playing a challenging non-region schedule, things might not get a whole lot easier for the Highland boys basketball team now that it’s in the heart of Region 6 play. The Rams faced the likes of Westlake, Bingham and Herriman in non-league games and entered the Region 6 portion of their schedule with a 7-5 record. Three of those losses came by five points, with another setback being decided by just three points. On the other hand, the Rams enjoyed some comfortable victories, including three wins by at least 14 points. The battle-tested Rams know region play matters even more. Head coach James Boyce said the team has plenty of improvements to make in region games. “We have a little work to do,” he said. “We have had some good games, but then some where we have struggled. We need to take care of the ball and execute offensively better. We are looking to have more consistency in our play.” Last season, Highland only lost two region games, both to an invincible Olympus squad that ended up going undefeated and winning the 5A crown. Though the Titans once again look formidable, they also aren’t quite as dominant as they were a year ago. On the other hand, fellow league rivals East and Skyline are no slouches and could stand in the way of the Rams’ success in competing for top spots in the standings. In fact, Highland fell to East in the region opener, 43-38 on Jan. 11. Playing in
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front of East’s home crowd, Highland struggled offensively, putting up a season-low in points. Highland scored just 15 points after halftime after finding itself down 2423. Christian Rich tallied 19 points, but no one else reached double figures. Bronson Olevao did put together a solid seven-point, nine-rebound effort. Rich’s output in the region-opening loss was no surprise. He has been the team’s leading scorer all season long at around 18 points per game. The senior hit double figures in points in 11 of the team’s first 12 games and even chipped in five rebounds and a pair of assists a game. Liki Makaui is second on the team in scoring. The senior had an off night against East but managed at least 10 points in each of his first seven games. His scoring is up about a point from last season. He also leads the team in rebounding with more than six boards a contest. Jackson Hawes is contributing nine points per game, while Nate Warr accounts for around six points every night. Both Hawes (a senior) and Warr (a junior) have significantly increased their scoring from a year ago. “[Makaui] has been very solid this year,” Boyce said. “[Rich] has been very consistent.” Along with balanced scoring, Highland has hung its hat on tough defense. The Rams gave up just 57.6 points through their first region game. Only two teams scored at least 70 points on Highland during this stretch, and the Rams kept three opponents under 50
points. Highland plays each region foe twice and will get back to the 5A state tournament if its finishes in the top four of the six-team region. Highland’s final region and regular season game is Feb. 19 at home against Murray. The Rams have qualified for the state tournament every year this century and captured state titles in 2002, 2006 and 2011. “We definitely need to rebound and defend better,” Boyce said. “If we can do that and we keep getting better offensively, we should be fine. It is about constantly improving. It is a long hard season with a lot of challenges, and a great deal of a players success depends on how they individually and collectively overcome adversity.” l
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- Highland’s Christian Rich (dark jersey) goes up for a layup in a game earlier this season against Judge Memorial. (Photo courtesy Highland basketball)
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Women freeride and unite at ski resort By Amy Green | a.green@mycityjournals.com
Women enjoy talking together and with professional snowboarder Nirvana Ortanez (middle in blue) before the Women’s Ride Day dinner..
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ackcountry.com hosted a Women’s Ride Day at Brighton Resort on Jan. 10. It was open to women of any skill level who registered. It was a day of snowboarding, complimentary barbecue, adventure films and a chance to ride top-of the-line winter gear. Dinner and drinks were “on the house” for ladies who met at Milly Express lift for the meetup. Backcountry.com is an online retailer that was formed by two guys in a Park City garage with a business dream. Since 1996, they sell specialty gear and clothing for a wide range of outdoor mountain sports. To start the 2019 year with style and ambition, Backcountry partnered with the Women’s Leadership Coalition to sponsor this relaxing day. It was for gathering women to shred up some sweet “gnar-pow” together (that’s old school for “gnarly powder man!”). Though after this event, gnar-pow is obviously a gender non-specific term. The point of the event was to inspire women who want to hit the slopes, to meet other women and try out the latest gear. Doing this can help women network and feel empowered in a male dominated sport. Marga Franklin, visual merchandising manager for Backcountry explained, “Our goal is to get people out there on the snow… sharing with other people who might be intimidated, but want to try. We have all the gear so they can come out.” Burton and Nitro were there to offer free snowboard demos and the newest bindings. Brighton chefs served the ladies a hearty dinner of barbecued pork sandwiches and more.
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It was a tasty meal to replenish energy for taking more runs into the night. What’s not to enjoy, when there is good female company, food and snowboarding films starring talented women? Myllissa Pinchem attended. “I love how inviting everything has been. Coming out here today, everybody has been so welcoming. I’m a beginner and everyone was super nice letting us demo the boards. Having the opportunity like this and having other women that share the same passion is really awesome,” she said. Backcountry recognizes that women can benefit by meeting together in an adventure setting. The attendees agreed that women doing sports together is important. When businesses give back by promoting core passions, with women celebrated as a part of it, it sends a positive message. It is a message (for women who already love the outdoors) to feel equal in sports. It’s also a message to encourage women who are on the fence about trying new things. Nirvana Ortanez, a professional snowboarder, was there. “Look up events like this and just come. It’s the best way to get intimidation out of the way. We take time out of our schedules and travels to be here at these events, to really encourage women who might be intimidated,” she said. Ortanez has been highlighted in TransWorld Snowboarding as a woman with some serious commitment and skill. Women are also popping out of the woodwork, with talent for filming and photography in snowboarding. Gill Montgom-
ery, a freelance photographer, knew about the event because she shoots professional snowboarders and lives in the area. “Whenever there is a female event, I’m all about it,” Montgomery said. “It’s great because there are so many girls in the industry that never really get together. Events like this show girls, even younger girls (and girls not as confident in snowboarding), that there is a community — that we are very welcoming; that you can reach out and go to events like this and be comfortable and accepted.” When it comes to getting more involved in sports like snowboarding, Montgomery re-
lated, “It always seems kind of intimidating, especially as a female (you’re constantly second guessing yourself). You just need to find a group that you can ride with, and there really are other girls to shred with. Go out and get involved.” She recommended visiting a local ski shop for info, and paying attention to upcoming events. It was a day of sweet gnar-pow, and even sweeter intentions put into action by Backcountry.com. One can follow on Facebook to watch for more events at www.facebook. com/Backcountry. l
Backcountry.com’s van parked near Brighton Resort’s Milly Express lift marked the place for women to gather for snowboarding, food and free gear demos. (Amy Green/City Journals)
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Local volleyball club sponsoring Olympic dream By Catherine Garrett | c.garrett@mycityjournals.com
Former 5A MVP Melissa Fuchs Powell is now a professional beach volleyball player and has her sights set on the 2028 Olympics. (Photo courtesy Melissa Fuchs Powell)
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ative Utahn Melissa Fuchs Powell’s journey from prep All-American to collegiate indoor and beach volleyball player is simply continuing. As a professional beach volleyball player, the 24-year-old now has her sights set on the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. And despite just playing with one partner in the sport, it will take a village to get her there. Local volleyball Club GSL is helping to sponsor Powell in her pursuit. “I’m a dreamer, I chase my dreams and I have received some help to do that and I sense that in Melissa,” Club GSL owner Warren Van Schalkwyk said. “She is a great competitor and, like many top-tier athletes, she has all the skill sets in a great volleyball player. But, the thing you immediately notice about Melissa is her competitiveness and drive. She goes after it to make things happen and she doesn’t sit back and hope for it to. I’m absolutely willing to support that drive.” Powell is the daughter of former Brazilian professional volleyball players Ray and Val Fuchs and has been living and breathing volleyball her whole life. Even though she felt she was much better at basketball growing up, she knew she had more support in volleyball. “It’s like a culture for us – in Brazil it’s soccer or volleyball,” Powell said. “Watching my siblings play really helped me develop an understanding for the game until I gained my own love for it. It’s not who I am, but it’s a reflection of who I am.” The 2012 5A MVP who led Pleasant Grove High School to the state title followed her brother Phillip, who played at BYU, and her sister Becca, who played at Utah and
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Weber State, with her own talents into the collegiate ranks. She began at Central Michigan for one year before playing at Houston Baptist to be closer to where her family had relocated. It was there that she started playing beach volleyball as well as indoor and she played both over the next three seasons. “Ever since I was young, everyone said my style was more of a beach volleyball player,” Powell said. “As I tried it, I realized that I really, really liked playing beach. I started getting pretty good at it and the more I played, the more I knew that I could pursue it professionally if I wanted to.” Following her four years of indoor eligibility – and now married to BYU football player Riggs Powell who she met in Houston – she returned to play her final season of beach volleyball in the spring of 2018 at the University of Utah. In her first professional beach volleyball tournament in Austin, Texas in May 2018, she and partner Jessica Wooten finished 45th. She has since played with two other partners – Victoria Dennis and Allison Spurrier – and has risen in the rankings to her current standing – 133rd – with a goal to break into the top 30. This past fall, Powell tried out for the P1440 tour, founded by three-time Olympic gold medalist Kerri Walsh Jennings, and received a spot which provided her free training throughout the four-month pro-league series. “That has really helped jumpstart my career where I could start getting recognized more around the beach volleyball community,” Powell said. “It’s important to get more exposure as I try to move up.”
Van Schalkwyk said he simply noticed Powell’s Instagram page recently and realized her name seemed familiar as she had been one of the top players in the state. As he saw her goal of being an Olympian, he decided to reach out to her and see how he could help. “Our mission at Club GSL is to be a support for every individual and help them achieve their personal goals in volleyball,” he said. “I knew what Melissa was going after fit within that mission statement.” Powell trains with Van Schalkwyk and Mike Daniel who help find high level athletes to play with her. “One of the things I noticed with Melissa’s videos is that she’s often alone,” Van Schalkwyk said. “I asked her about that and she said it is difficult to find people to practice with and that is where we are trying to help in addition to sponsoring some of her gear and providing her some money monthly for tournaments.” Van Schalkwyk credited Powell for her drive to go after success in a sport that favors those who can play on the beach yearround. “It’s very brave for a girl from Utah – where we only have two and a half months of beach weather – to even have the courage to break into this sport,” said Van Schalkwyk. The 5’11” player realizes the odds she’s up against and isn’t backing down. “I’ve always been doubted,” she said. “Volleyball has taught me to not give up when things get hard so I plan to keep training and keep pushing and keep moving towards my goals. It’s always worth it to go after what you dream of and I want to help inspire others to
know that too.” Powell said she is grateful for the support she receives and also noted her husband’s “100 percent backing” in helping her follow her dreams. The reality for a professional beach volleyball player is that money is needed for travel, tournaments, gym memberships, gear and apparel and she is continually seeking all the help she can get. “I’m having a ton of fun,” Powell said. “We get to go to beaches all around the world and I can continue to play volleyball. Playing beach is very easy on your joints so you can play it for longer.” Powell is scheduled to compete in India, Brazil and Thailand over the new few months, the next leg on her Olympic journey. l
Former 5A MVP Melissa Fuchs Powell is now a professional beach volleyball player and has her sights set on the 2028 Olympics. (Photo courtesy Melissa Fuchs Powell)
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Behind the Grind(er)
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ver wonder what the best bang for your buck is at the coffee shop? Let’s take a journey through my years working as a barista at local and corporate coffee shops. As a customer, you have all sorts of options to get your caffeine fix: drip coffee, espresso drinks, teas, iced blended drinks, cold brews, etc. Let’s focus on drip coffee. Drip is a coffee shop’s equivalent to what you make at home in your coffee pot, just on an industrial scale. We’ll grind the beans, measure out the correct amount, throw that in a filter, make sure the brewer is set to pour the correct amount of water, and hit a “brew” button. If you’re looking for something simple, drip coffee is the best deal at any coffee shop. Depending on the size, and if you’re going to use your own cup, drip coffee is priced anywhere from $2 to $4. Or, if you plan to hang out, most shops will offer “to stay” refills for a reduced price. However, most of us don’t want to get plain drip coffee when we visit a coffee shop. Usually, we desire something fancier, something with espresso. The options for espresso drinks are vast: doppios, lattes, flavored lattes, cappuccinos, Americanos, cortados, macchiatos, mochas, flat whites, dirty chai lattes, blended drinks and signature drinks. Instead of detailing every one of those, I suggest focusing on the most important factor for making your important morning decision:
the ratio of the amount of espresso to the amount of product. Depending on your taste buds, some drinks might suit your wallet better than others. For example, the espresso quantity in a latte and a mocha are equivalent, but there can be as much as a $1 difference between the drinks. For chocolate lovers out there, it’s worth it to get the mocha. But for customers focused primarily on caffeine, a latte would be the way to go. For espresso drinks, one of the main considerations is size. If there are three size options for a single drink, it’s important to ask how many shots are going in each size. At a popular corporate coffee shop, there are three size options for espresso drinks — the equivalent of a small, medium and large. Here’s the big secret: there’s generally the same amount of espresso in a medium and a large. The difference comes down to the other products: milk, flavoring, water, concentrate, tea. Anytime I visit a coffee shop, I always order the equivalent of a medium, because there are more espresso shots than a small, but less product to dilute the espresso (and add more calories) than a large. Subbing is a secret trick. Many coffee shops will charge 50 to 75 cents for extra shots, additional flavorings, or a milk substitution. If you order something like a vanilla hazelnut latte with coconut milk and an extra shot, you’ve just added $2 to your
drink price. Instead, you might want to find a drink on the menu that already has coconut milk (check the specialty drinks) and sub out whatever flavor that drink has for your desired flavor. Sometimes, it’s worth pricing out where your favorite drink would be cheaper if you subbed products, and where it would be cheaper just to ask for the additional flavor. Last, but not least, please tip your baristas. I know that seems contradictory. You say, “Wait, we are going to save a few extra cents on a drink just to spend more money by tipping?” Yes, but hear me out. Even if the baristas won’t admit it, or even when they are trying hard to be objective toward customers, they’ll remember who tips well. If you tip your baristas, they’ll make sure to treat your drink with a little extra love.
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