Syracuse Connection March 2021

SYRACUSE CONNECTION

Alma Aguilera

Sandi Hendry

Laurie Myers

Gena Taylor

Heather & Stacie Olsen

March 2021

OFFICIAL SYRACUSE CITY MAGAZINE! www.syracuseconnection.com

ReBecca Erdmann

Kayla Peterson

Provo UT 84605 PERMIT NO 313

PAID

POSTAL CUSTOMER ECRWSS

PRSRT STD US POSTAGE

worrying about more costs after the purchase of your used vehicle!

Get a used car with a Nationwide Lifetime Engine and Transmission Warranty at NO COST TO YOU!

Come to Ed Kenley Ford to shop hassle free for multiple brands of used vehicles.

What’s Covered?

Everything You See Here

1888 N. Main Layton, UT 84041

801-776-4201

www.edkenleyford.net

Dave Embley- Salesman of the Month Dave was a friendly, outgoing, and very helpful. He made our purchase very pleasant.

Dave was great to work with and was very responsive! He helped us with all our questions and made us feel comfortable with our decision. I would definitely recommend buying a vehicle from him. He was very professional!

My husband and I came into the dealership today and were met by Dave. He was very kind and responsive to our needs and made us feel very comfortable. Dave is definitely an incredible salesman and we would be happy to work with him again. He is definitely a 10.

Dave was great to work with! There was no pressure, but Dave was very helpful. We would definitely deal with Ed Kenley again. Dave, great job! We will be sending all of our firends and family your way.

Dave was very personable, upfront, wasn’t pushy, and he treated the kids well.

+ F R O M T H E M AY O R

CONNECTIONPUBLISHING Syracuse Connection is published monthly by Connection Publishing© www.syracuseconnection.com ryan@connectionpub.com | (801)721-3762 PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case WRITERS Mayor Mike Gailey Paul Roberts Hailey Minton Ryan Spelts Jenny Goldsberry Robert Dodd Ann Park PHOTOGRAPHERS Melissa Spelts Adam Phillips AD DESIGN Robert Dodd Abigail Rigby Crystal Rappleye EDITORS Hailey Minton Brittany Carroll

CONNECT WITH US! News, contests, photos from readers and lots more! We love hearing from you! syracuseconnection

Connection Publishing www.connectionpub.com If you'd like to advertise in our publications that reach over 10,000 homes in Syracuse, please contact Scott Jones at 801-628-0555 or scott@connectionpub.com, for ad rates and to receive a media kit.

Disclaimer: The paid advertisements contained within the Syracuse Connection magazine are not endorsed or recommended by Connection Publishing or Syracuse City. Therefore, neither party may be held liable for the business practices of these companies. The City is also not responsible for any content in the magazines except for that which they directly submit for print.

Let’s stay together during this marathon

P

eople who maintain their primitive, roving habits may run away from the problem of home sanitation; and with them, the spread of contagious disease is naturally limited to a small community. But with the settled mode of life and the manifold associations of civilization, the need of thorough sanitation and strict quarantine is apparent. Yet, many intelligent and well-disposed people fail to appreciate this fact; and there are those who, while they believe in enforcing the quarantine regulations against others, are themselves inclined to resist such restrictions. Even in large cities, where strict health regulations and close inspection are the rule, it is sometimes possible for a family to conceal contagious disease, and thus, escape quarantine. This concealment may be with full knowledge of the disease, or possibly with only a suspicion of it, and a fear to call in a physician, lest it result in the establishment of quarantine. Certainly, this result would be a great inconvenience to the family quarantined, but what of the other alternative, and the moral responsibility of the family to society? There are heads of families who, when quarantined, seem to think that the public health laws are enacted especially for their annoyance. If possible, to escape, they would not have a flag up; and after it is up, if the disease is in a mild form, they perhaps fail to report subsequent cases, and seek to have the quarantine raised as soon as possible. They have no thought, apparently, of the fact that a very mild case in its last stages may be the means of spreading an epidemic of the disease, and that others may have it in severe form, causing innocent people immeasurable physical suffering and mental anguish…The Infinite Wisdom alone can tell the amount of personal annoyance, sickness, and death that may result from one little act of selfishness. Is it not worth thinking about?1 What a year it’s been! It began with the hoarding of toilet paper, mandated closure of service-oriented businesses, and then a directive to stay home — quarantined, if you will. In a recent search for pioneer recollections of Antelope Island, I stumbled upon an article contained within the same March 1907 issue of the Improvement Era2.

The quote above is an excerpt from that article. Do you see opinion about public health in that dated editorial?

It is true! We’ve all grown Coronavirus-weary. We now automatically reach for a face mask when leaving our cars to shop. We’ve limited the numbers that gather in social and family settings. We’ve cancelled large public events. We’ve heard enough COVID-19 updates on TV. That said, let’s all stay together during this marathon. Things should start to improve in just a few months, as more of us are vaccinated. Take one more breath, and let’s finish the race.

Mayor Mike Gailey 1.

2.

“The Ethics of Quarantine and Home”; Milton Bennion, Professor of Philosophy, University of Utah; The Improvement Era, Vol. X, No. 5, March 1907 The Improvement Era was a periodical published by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints from 1897-1970.

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 3

in this issue

MARCH

The Connection Publishing Team Meet the people behind the pages of our magazines!

What is your favorite local spot to grab lunch or dinner?

“Sushi Buritto, in Layton. ”

Ryan Spelts Publisher/Owner Melissa Spelts Owner Rhett Long Sales VP Vy Trinh Sales Leadership

Join a Heart and Soul paint class, see pg. 8

Kristina Case Graphic Design

CONTENTS 5

Spring is really on its way!!! March 20th!

CITY NEWS

“Depends on who’s buying!”

12

COMMUNITY

Calendar of Events A Look Back

CONNECTION

BUSINESS Independence University

Special Advertisement Pages Econ Mortgage

Sandi Hendry

ON OUR COVER

HIKE FRARY PEAK

ReBecca Erdmann

Laurie Myers

Gena Taylor

Heather & Stacie Olsen

Kayla Peterson

March 2021

OFFICIAL SYRACUSE CITY MAGAZINE!

PAID

Not your Traditional Crockpot Recipes

Alma Aguilera

PRSRT STD US POSTAGE

29 RECIPES

Robert Dodd Graphic Design of Roy Connection, and Ad Design

Pg.33

Provo UT 84605 PERMIT NO 313

SYRACUSE

POSTAL CUSTOMER ECRWSS

28

Melinda Hortin Sales

www.syracuseconnection.com

17 Women in Business Feature Cover photos by Melissa Spelts shot on location at the Monarch in Ogden.

Crystal Rappleye Ad Design

“The Oaks in Ogden Canyon!

I’m so glad they opened again!”

Abigail Rigby Ad Design Melinda Hortin Sales

CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA: syracuseconnectionutah

Scott Jones Sales Kim Crook Media Manager

Hailey Minton Editor & Writer

Ann Park Sales & Writer

Questions or comments? ryan@connectionpub.com or 801-624-9652 Website: www.syracuseconnection.com

4 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

Jenny Goldsberry Writer

+ CITY NEWS

Syracuse City Updates Council Adopts New Rules for On-Street Parking P

No Overnight Parking During Winter Months The Syracuse City Council approved a change to its onstreet parking ordinance on February 9th. The ordinance now requires all vehicles to be parked off the street between the hours of 12 midnight and 6 a.m. from November 15 to March 15.

This is consistent with the ordinances of neighboring jurisdictions and is intended to increase the efficiency of snow removal efforts, as well as prevent nuisance behavior by those parking numerous vehicles on roads on a regular basis.

The council discussed these changes at length in their January work session. The previous code only prohibited (and still does) parking on the road during the accumulation or removal of snow on a road – meaning that if it was snowing or the snowplows were out, the cars needed to be off the road. Those who traditionally use the road for overnight parking have been caught off-guard by an unexpected snowstorm during the night. This ordinance removes the guesswork from whether to leave your car on the road overnight during the winter or not – from now on, just don’t do it.

P

48-hour Limit for On-Street Parking Additionally, the council has introduced a restriction against parking for more than forty-eight hours at a time on city streets.

This applies during all twelve months of the year. The reasoning behind this change included keeping inoperable or abandoned vehicles off the road, avoiding the nuisance of single residences monopolizing multiple parking locations, and increasing safety by removing visual barriers for pedestrians and drivers.

The limit is applicable to all public roads within the city, including

cul-de-sacs. State roads are governed by state law, which has as similar prohibition.

The ordinance removed a prior stipulation which permitted inoperable vehicles to be parked for up to seven days on the road.

They are now treated like any other vehicle and must be relocated off-street within forty-eight hours.

P

Heavy Truck Parking Heavy vehicles, such as semi-trucks, may not be parked for longer than either twenty-four hours if they are between 10,000 pounds and 26,000 pounds of total gross weight, or longer than two hours if they exceed 26,000 pounds. This prohibition only extended to residential zones previously, but abuses in the commercial areas were leading to safety and nuisance concerns by property owners whose area was reportedly inundated with semitrucks (with no connection to the businesses nearby) parking for long periods of time.

The intent of this ordinance is not to prevent business from occurring – deliveries and moving trucks may continue as usual.

P

Enforcement Most of our parking enforcement is driven by complaints from citizens. We will be pro-active in enforcement during active snowplow operations, due to the increased risk of injury or damage associated with cars parking on roads being plowed.

However, a lack of city-wide compliance or enforcement is not a defense to a parking ticket. Where possible, the city will attempt to warn and give additional notice to drivers who may not be aware of these changes. Please be patient with our ordinance enforcement officials as they work to gain voluntary compliance.

COMMUNITY QUESTION CORNER

BY PAUL ROBERTS, CITY ATTORNEY

QUESTION: Who do I contact if I have an idea or concern with Syracuse’s government or ordinances?

Answer: Have a great idea that will increase quality of life in Syracuse? Concerned about an ordinance? We are happy to hear from you.

But who is the right person to contact?

Generally, concerns about the enforcement of existing laws are conveyed to the city department head that oversees that enforcement. If unsatisfied with their response, then you can raise those issues with the city manager or mayor.

But when an issue involves an ordinance, or if you have an idea for a new program for the city, your city council are the

best contacts. Councilmembers set policy for the city, approve the budget, and enact ordinances.

We have five councilmembers, all of whom are elected at large – meaning they serve all citizens of the city without geographical districts. You may contact any one of them (or all of them) if you have a suggestion. No need to be shy; they are responsive and appreciate your input.

You may provide public comment during any of their bi-weekly council meetings. Also, direct contact information for the City Council is currently found on our website at: www.syracuseut. gov/Directory.aspx?did=25

Do you have a community question?

Submit your question to proberts@syracuseut.com.

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 5

+ CITY NEWS

Public Works Update During this time of season, before the rain falls, we would appreciate your help to sweep the curb and gutters and dispose of any leaves, dirt, and debris into your garbage can. Keeping

Please keep gutters and curbs free of leaves and put them in your garabage can!!

storm drain grates clear will improve the flows and quality of waters going to the Great Salt Lake. This will help beautify the city and create great curb appeal. When fertilizing the lawn, please apply chemicals sparingly and follow directions accordingly.

Don’t allow fertilizer to get onto the streets or into the curb and gutter; if this happens, please sweep up excess and dispose of properly. Thank you so much for making Syracuse City look appealing.

Secondary water pipes and reservoirs will begin filling mid-April. Please remember to close your valves to prevent flooding situations. This month is a good time to prepare your sprinkler system and make repairs. It is recommended that you install your own shutoff valve and filter if you don’t already have one.

Syracuse City Disaster Exercise 2021

BY DAN MERKLING

Easter Bunny Coming to Syracuse!

Unfortunately, we will not be able to hold our traditional Easter Egg Hunt again this year; however, the Easter Bunny is still planning a visit to Syracuse!

On Saturday, April 3, 2021, the Easter Bunny will be outside the Syracuse Community Center (1912 West 1900 South) to hand out candy and wave at kids and families as they drive by from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. The Easter Bunny has asked us to ensure social distancing measures are in place; therefore, everyone will need to remain in their vehicles as they say hello!

Please enter at the southeast parking lot entrance of the Community Center off of 1900 south (near Heritage Lane).

Date: Saturday, April 17 Time: 10:00-10:30 a.m.

Activtiy: Zoom Check-In • Connect to the city’s Zoom meeting • Click CHAT button in the bottom bar • Enter your name and phone number

Prizes: 10 gift bags/baskets • Selection of small gifts provided by local businesses • Exciting selection of goodies Watch for Zoom address next month

Employee Spotlight- Shauna Greer Human Resources Manager, City of Syracuse This month’s Syracuse City Employee Spotlight is Shauna Greer, our Human Resources Manager. Shauna oversees all aspects of the hiring and onboarding processes of new team members, payroll, and plays a critical role in shaping personnel policies of the city. She is the face behind the city’s job advertisements that are posted on social media from time to time. Recently, she was awarded employee of the month for her excellent work in helping city supervisory staff navigate the ever-changing labor laws and policies related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Well done, Shauna!

THANK YOU for your hard work and dedication to our city residents!

6 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

+ CITY NEWS

Syracuse City Arts Council Big News for Big Fish, the LOOK!! musical!!! We are excited to announce we will perform June 16-21 at the Syracuse Arts Academy Amphitheater! Auditions will be March 20, 9:00-12:00 pm at the City Community Center. Please see our webpage syracuseutaharts.org. for more information.

SCAC is preparing to present another online Junior Reader’s Theater, April 8th and 9th. The theme is Folk and Fairy Tales from Around the World. Children ages 8-18 who are interested in doing this online, watch for the registration to be available March 1-26 on our webpage, syracuseutaharts.org. The Junior Theatre committee is also excited to prepare for the Junior Theatre Camp June 7-18, with the theme of “Going Places”. It will run Monday

through Friday in the morning (actual time TBD). We need adult volunteers and teen counselors, so email info@syracuseutaharts. org if interested. The musical “Matilda Jr.” auditions will be this summer in July with rehearsals to tentatively begin in August.

Stay tuned for more details and dates.

You can also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more SCAC updates and information.

The SCAC Executive Board will be having their monthly meeting on March 3, at 8 p.m. via Zoom (see our website syracuseutaharts.org for the link).

Our meetings are open to the public and individuals wishing to make public comments will be limited to three minutes each. You may send ideas or comments to: info@syracuseutaharts.org; your email will be read to the SCAC Executive Board.

Volunteer at the Museum!

The Syracuse Regional Museum is looking for some volunteers who are willing to help out on a regular basis.

Duties would include assisting the curator with exhibits, giving tours, inventory, and events.

Anyone with recent computer experience or graphic design would be extremely welcome.

Please reach out to the curator, Elizabeth Najim, at enajim@syracuseut.com or by calling the museum at 801-6149674. The museum is currently open Tuesdays-Thursdays from 2-5pm.

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 7

+ CITY NEWS

Parks & Recreation Department Baseball/Softball: Registration: February 1- March 28 This program is for pre-kindergarteners (must be five before September 1, 2021) thru 9th grade.

Cost: T Ball, Coach Pitch, and Machine Pitch - $46; Minor/Major - $51; Jr. High - $56. Registration fee includes a jersey and hat.

Pickleball League Registration opens March 1st for residents and March 3rd for nonresidents. Registration closes April 1st or until filled.

Cost: $25 for residents, $30 for nonresidents Leagues will run for six weeks.

2.0 Skill Level: Friday | 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. | Starts April 2nd 3.0 Skill Level: Wednesday | 9 a.m.10:30 a.m. | Starts April 7th 3.5 Skill Level: Wednesday | 11a.m.12:30 p.m. | Starts April 7th

Pickleball Round Robin Tournament Sign up as a team! Registration is open until filled.

Cost per team: $30 residents | $40 non-residents.

Seven games will be played.

3.0 Skill Level: Friday, March 19th | 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

3.5 Skill Level: Friday, March 5th | 5:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Heart and Soul Paint Night

SIGN UP NOW!

Come enjoy a night to relax, have fun, and create your own masterpiece!

Instructor: Sheila Worley Sheila has been painting for six years. For the last three years, she has been doing in-home paint nights. She is also an elementary school teacher and teaches after-school art classes.

All the supplies you need will be provided. Sheila will take you step by step, and in two hours, you will have finished a new painting to take home! Masks will be required to participate. You can register for one class or all of them; it is up to you. Space is limited, so sign up today!

Place: Syracuse Community Center Cost: $30 per night Ages: 10 and up Time: 6 p.m.-8:p.m.

Dates and Paintings: Monday, March 8th | Shamrock with Polka-Dot Background Wednesday, March 10th | Luck of the Rainbow Monday, March 15th | Friendly Feathered Friends Wednesday, March 17th | Think Spring! (Tulip Still Life) Monday, March 22nd | Hello Peeps Wednesday, March 24th | Love Blossoms To see example of the paintings, go to Syracuse UT Parks and Recreation Facebook Page

For more detailed information on programs, go to www.syracuseut.gov 8 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

Adult Fitness PUMP IT UP! Boost your metabolism and tone your muscles with resistance training. We provide hand weights and exercise balls; you just bring your own exercise mat. All skill levels are welcome.

When: Tuesday Time: 6 a.m.

Cost: First class is free | $3 drop-in | 10time punch pass for $20

STEP IT UP! Work your heart, muscles. and mind in this fun, energetic workout! All skill levels are welcome; we offer low and high intensity options for you to choose from. ​​​Find more info on Facebook at Syracuse Fitness Classes When: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Time: 9 a.m.

Cost: First class is free | $3 drop-in | 10time punch pass for $20

HIGH FITNESS Your wait is finally over! Starting Thursday, March 4th, High Fitness is coming to the Syracuse Community Center.

When: Every Thursday Time: 6:10 a.m.

Cost: First class is free | $5 drop-in | 10time punch pass for $30

We match competitors’ prices with a lifetime workmanship warranty!

$75 Off

Any Roof Repair

Must present or mention this coupon at the time of estimate.

CALL 801-603-4308

$400 Off

Or request a FREE estimate from our website!

Complete Roofing Project

AmericanPrestigeRoofing.com

Repairs Maintenance Installation Free Estimates Replacement High Wind Shingles Re-Roofing/Recover Green Buildings Metal Roofs Storm and Wind Damage Inspection Steep Pitch or Flat Emergency Services Also Available Over 30 Years Experience

Must present or mention this coupon at the time of estimate.

Schedu FR EE ES le your TI M A today! TE

QUALITY ALWAYS COMES FIRST

Licensed • Insured • Satisfaction Guaranteed

Flannel Print Fabric $3.28 per yard Fleece Print Fabric $3.88 per yard Easter Print Fabric 30% off per yard EOB Namebrand Cottons $4-$5-$6 per yard Quilter’s Quarters 4 for $6.88

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 9

10 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

Syracuse City Information Syracuse Library

Located at 1875 S 2000 W in Syracuse.

Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Phone: (801) 451-1850

Passport Applications

Key Community Contacts MAYOR

Michael Gailey: 801-589-0976 mgailey@syracuseut.com

Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. More info available on our website www.syracuseut.com/Passports

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Fix-It Requests

Corinne Bolduc: 801-529-5779 cbolduc@syracuseut.com

We appreciate our citizens who help the city to be aware of issues that need to be addressed throughout the city. The city website is a great tool for providing us with notifications. The Fix-it Request link can be found on our home page by clicking on the REPORT A CONCERN icon.

Dave Maughan: 801-927-7752 dmaughan@syracuseut.com

Job Openings For a list of current openings with Syracuse City, hover over the Government tab and click on the ‘Employment Opportunities’ link on our main city page www.syracuseut.gov.

www.syracuseut.com

Lisa W. Bingham: 801-725-2300 lbingham@syracuseut.com

Jordan Savage: 385-424-0258 jsavage@syracuseut.com Seth Teague: 951-515-6423 steague@syracuseut.com

SYRACUSE SERVICES

City Arts Council: 801-896-8101 volunteer@syracuseutaharts.org City Hall: 801-825-1477 1979 West 1900 South Open Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, closed holidays City Museum: 801-614-9674 Hours: Tues, Wed, & Thurs 2pm - 5pm Community Center: 801-614-9660 1912 West 1900 South Summer hours: Mon-Thurs-6am-8pm; Fri- 6am-8pm; Sat- 8am-12pm Fire Station: 801-614-9614 1869 South 3000 West Lady Lions Service & Social Club: 801-825-1752 Lions Club: 801-719-1804 Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all) Parks & Recreation: 801-614-9660 1912 W. 1900 S. parksandrecreation@syracuseut.com Police Station: 801-825-4400 1751 South 2000 West Post Office: 801-614-9677 (Inside City Hall) Public Works Facility: 801-825-7235 3061 South 2400 West Utilities Department: 801-825-1477 Opt #2 Volunteer/Eagle Scout Projects: Tess Jones 801-614-9655 tjones@syracuseut.com Youth Council: 801-643-8996 March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 11

“Striving To Make A Difference In People’s Lives”

March Calendar of Events LIBRARY EVENTS The Syracuse Library is now open! Visitors must call 801-451-1850 to make an appointment.

Hours: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

SCHOOL EVENTS March 26th, No school Mar 29 - Apr 2: Spring Break - No School Syracuse High Mar 1: Choir Rehearsal @ Auditorium 2:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Tryouts for Spring Sports Mar 3: Community Council @ 9 a.m. 10:30 a.m. | Region Jazz Band @ Syracuse 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 4: Choir Bon Voyage @ Auditorium 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 9: State-Wide Junior ACT | Spring Sport COVID Testing 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Region Training Choir Festival @ Weber 4 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 10: Track Meet @ Northridge 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Region Solo & Ensemble Instrumental @ Davis 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar 11: Choir Auditions 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Dance Company Tryout Clinic @ Syracuse 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Orchestra Pre-Festival Concert 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 12: Dance Company Tryouts @ Syracuse 12 p.m. - 3 p.m. | Choir Auditions @ Choir Room 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Mar 15: Choir Auditions @ Choir Room 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Drill Prep Workshop @ Dance Room 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mar 16: Region I Chamber Choir & Vocal/ Piano Solo & Ensemble Festival @ Syracuse 3 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Girls Softball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Drill Prep Workshop @ Dance Room 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Girls Lacrosse @ Northridge 5 p.m.

- 6 p.m. | Boys Lacrosse @ Northridge 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Mar 17: Drill Prep Workshop @ Dance Room 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mar 18: Drill Tryout Clinic @ Main Gym 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Girls Softball @ Fremont 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Girls Lacrosse @ Fremont 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Boys Lacrosse @ Fremont 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Pre-Festival Concert w/ West Point @ Auditorium 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Mar 19: Freestyle/Greco Tournament @ Syracuse | Drill Tryouts @ Dance Room 12

12 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

p.m. - 3 p.m.

Mar 20: MORP | Freestyle/Greco Tournament @ Syracuse Mar 22: Spring Sport COVID Testing 12 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Mar 23 - 28: Performing Arts Department Tour Mar 23: Boys Soccer @ Layton 3:30 p.m.

- 5 p.m. | Girls Softball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Girls Lacrosse @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Boys Lacrosse @ Syracuse 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Mar 24: Davis District Championship Track Meet 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Mar 25: Davis District Championship Track Meet 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Roy 3:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar 26 - 28: State Jazz Band Mar 26: DSD Junior Wrestling Championship @ Main and Small Gyms 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. | Girls Lacrosse @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Boys Lacrosse @ Syracuse 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Clearfield High School Mar 1: Baseball Tryouts 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Mar 4: Open Drill Technique Class 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 5: Scholarship Workshop 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m.

Mar 10: Region Instrumental Solo & Ensemble Festival | Track @ Davis 3:15 p.m.

- 5:15 p.m.

Mar 11: Girls Golf @ Schneiter’s Bluff 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Jazz Band/Percussion Concert 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Open Drill Technique Class 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 12: Scholarship Workshop 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m.

Mar 15: Girls Gold @ Crane Golf Course 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Falcette Drill Team Parent Meeting 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Mar 16: Region Vocal Solo & Ensemble Festival | Baseball @ Ben Lomond 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Fremont 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Softball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mar 17: Track Super Meet @ Davis 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. | Sophomore Baseball @ Woods Cross 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Community Council 4 p.m. - 5 p.m. | Falcette Drill Team Tryout Clinic 6:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. | Band Concert 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 18: Girls Golf @ Remuda 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Layton 3:30 p.m.

- 5:30 p.m. | Softball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Falcette Drill Team Tryout Clinic 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Choir Concert 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 19: Scholarship Workshop 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m. | Region Theatre One Act Plays 12 p.m. - 8 p.m. | Baseball @ Bonneville

3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Falcette Drill Team Tryouts 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Mar 20: Region Theatre Individual Events 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Baseball @ Clearfield 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Mar 22: Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.

Mar 23: Baseball @ Lone Peak 3:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Improv Show 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 24: Track Davis District Championships 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. | Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mar 25: State Jazz Band Festival | Girls Golf @ Glen Eagle 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. | Boys Soccer @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Track District Championships 3:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. | Orchestra Showcase Concert 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 26: No School | Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Scholarship Workshop 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. | State Jazz Band Festival Mar 27: State Jazz Band Festival Syracuse Jr High Mar 2: Wrestling @ Sunset 3:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m. | District Advanced Band Festival 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 4: Wrestling @ Shoreline 3:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m.

Mar 6: Robotics Tournament 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar 9: Reality Town and Mock Trial Interviews 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Wrestling @ West Point 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Mar 10: Beginning Band Exchange Concert | Community Council 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Spring Choir Concert 6:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Mar 11: Wrestling @ Syracuse 3:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m. | Pre-Festival Orchestra Concert 9th Grade and High School @ Syracuse High School 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 13: High School State Robotics Tournament @ Syracuse Jr. 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Mar 15 - 18: Spirit Week Mar 16: District Choir Festival @ West Point 6:45 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Mar 17: Tentative: District Choir Festival @ Syracuse High 4:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Mar 18: 9th Grade Panoramic Picture | Symphonic Band Concert with SHS @ Syracuse High 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 20: Section 4 Wrestling (TBA) Mar 22: Choir Tryouts 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar 23: District Intermediate Band Festival @ North Layton Jr. | Choir Tryouts 3 p.m.

- 5 p.m.

Mar 24: Choir Tryouts 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. | 7th and 8th Grade Orchestra Concert 7 p.m. 8:30 p.m.

Mar 25: Wrestling - District (TBA)

+ COMMUNITY Legacy Jr. High Mar 1: Student/Parent Student Government Election Meeting @ Mrs. Roper’s Room 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Mar 2: Wrestling @ Sunset 2:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

Mar 4: Wrestling @ Legacy 2:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m.

Mar 9: Career Day | Wrestling @ Fairfield 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar 10: Student of the Month Breakfast 7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. | Community Council @ Library 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Mar 11: Wrestling @ Legacy 3:15 p.m. 5:15 p.m.

Mar 16: Jazz Band Auditions 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Wrestling @ Legacy 3:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.

Mar 19: Wrestling @ Fairfield 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. | Jazz Band Auditions 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Mar 23 - 26: Cheer Clinic and Tryouts 3:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Syracuse Elementary Mar 1: Read-a-thon Week Begins Mar 9: Spring Portraits and Class Pictures | Community Council 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Mar 12: Kindergarten Roundup! 1:30 p.m.

- 2:30 p.m.

Mar 19: Donuts with a buddy Bluff Ridge Elementary Mar 9: Spring Class Pictures

Mar 10: Spring Class Pictures - Preschool Mar 18: Bluff Ridge Spirit - Incredible Kid Day (wear incredible socks) Buffalo Point Elementary Mar 3-4: Parent Conferences - Early Out Mar 5: New Immersion Parent Meeting Mar 8: Kinder / 1st Immersion Application Window Opens Mar 12: Virtual Maturation 5th Grade 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Sand Springs Elementary Mar 3-4: Parent Conferences - Early Out Mar 15: Class Photos

CITY EVENTS Mar 2: Planning Commission @ Zoom 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 9: City Council Business Meeting @ 6 p.m.

Mar 16: Planning Commission @ Zoom 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Mar 23: City Council Work Session @ 6 p.m.

FUN THINGS TO DO

show times Mar 1 - 18: WSU Storytelling Festival. Visit weber.edu/storytelling for more info Mar 5 - 27: Women: The Creative Edge Exhibit @The Eccles Art Center Mar 12 - 13: Crossroads Davis County Gun Show @ Davis County Fairgrounds Utah Fancy Spring Poultry Show @ Golden Spike Event Center 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Mar 13: Celtic Celebration @ Perry’s Egyptian Theater 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. | Antelope Island Buffalo Run 25 K; visit www.buffalorunadventures.com for details Weekly from Mar 2 - Apr 6: Nature Writing for Tweens @ Ogden Nature Center.

Composition book provided. Face masks required. Register by 4 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26.

Mar 15 - 20: Bird House Competition and Exhibit. Entries Due @ Ogden Nature Center Mar 19 - 20: RMPRA Winter Series Rodeo @ Golden Spike Event Center 7:30 p.m. 10 p.m.

Mar 26-27: Antelope Island Buffalo Run 50K, 50-mile, 100-mile; visit www. buffalorunadventures.com for details Mar 19 - Apr 3: Arsenic and Old Lace @ On Pitch Performing Arts visit onpitchperformingarts.com for more details

Mar 1 - 12: Freaky Friday @ The Ziegfeld Theater. Visit nowplayingutah.com for

Technologically Advanced Dual-Fuel Home Comfort System • Dual-Fuel means the system switches between natural gas and electricity to heat your home

– Up To –

$5,600

in Rebate s Available

• Homeowners Experience an average of 30% cooling energy savings with a new system • Homeowners see an average energy savings of $500 per year • Year-round comfort and energy-efficient performance

1956 W. 2250 S., Syracuse • 801-773-6900 • Rentmeister.com March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 13

+ A LOOK BACK

Like Father Like Son:

The Frew Family Versus Trains Earl came very close to meeting his father’s same fate in January.

BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY

T

he Frew family had their fair share of good and bad luck. While they do come from

Scottish origin, they cannot claim to have any luck of the Irish. Still, some of that luck must have rubbed off on them, because one Frew narrowly escaped death.

Joseph and his twin brother Hyrum were born in Franklin, Idaho, on July 10, 1860. They were the sons of John Frew and Jane Clottworthy. Only four years earlier, Joseph’s Joseph Frew parents had crossed the plains pulling handcarts with the and his wife Daniel McArthur Company. In 1858, they were some of Mary Ann the first to settle in Franklin. His father was a mechanical Smith. engineer in Scotland and helped build a grist mill. The very first steam-powered mill was invented by a fellow Scottsman, James Watt, decades earlier. In that way, John had come from the “Silicon Valley” of mechanical engineers at the A few months later, Joseph’s third son of eight children, time.

Earl, came very close to meeting the same fate in January.

He was only 15 years old at the time, and he went out to fill When the older brother, William, moved to Hooper in the his wagon with coal. In 1905, Utah was approaching its 40th 1880’s, the rest of the family moved down in 1890, and Joseph’s anniversary of hammering in its golden spike, finishing the first father ran yet another flour mill there. transcontinental railroad in the States. In those 40 years, more Joseph married Mary Ann Smith while living in Franklin and railroads connected Promontory Point to Salt Lake, Salt Lake to had four children: Jean, James, Elizabeth, and Earl. Five other Ogden, Ogden to Tooele, and so on. City centers often sprung children were born to them while living in Hooper: Anna, up around train stations to catch the attention of passersby.

Arnold, Lawrence, Clarence, and Lester. Joseph purchased an Earl was near such a town, loading his wagon, when a freight 80-acre farm in Syracuse and built his family home in 1904, train frightened his team of horses. The two horses took off near the corner. Their property used to be at about 750 North running toward the tracks. He caught hold of the end gate from and 2000 West. the wagon to try and reign them in. At this point in history, Mary suddenly became a widow in 1904 when her husband the end gates of the railroads were very similar to the kind we Joseph was killed in a train wreck. He was on his way back from have now; there were long planks of wood that swung down St. Louis, Missouri. From April to November of 1904, the World to prevent anyone from crossing the tracks. Much good that Fair was on exhibition there. This was an expo dedicated to the was doing Earl then, because he could see the train bearing latest inventions of the world. Countries and companies would down on him and his team. He let go, jumped off the wagon, show off on the world stage, and it was open to the public. and rolled out of the way. One horse was killed on the spot, and Joseph visited the fair in its final month that year and died on while the other survived, it sustained a broken leg and had to November 11th at the age of 44. be shot. His wagon was smashed to bits. The only piece of the wagon left was a singletree, which is the piece of wood that yokes the two horses together.

We'd love to hear from you!

READER SUBMISSION

Family story?

Do you have a family history story to share? We want to hear from you! Call 801-624-9652 and ask for Jenny Goldsberry.

14 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

Today, Earl, his mother Mary, and his father Joseph are all buried in Hooper Cemetery.

Preserve LIFE’S MEMORIES

Free Photo Scanning Event March 16th, May 13th, August 12th & November 10th Lindquist Syracuse Mortuary | 869 S. 2000 W. 801-776-6666 or lindquistmortuary.com/free-photo-scanning-event

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/137502342207 Bring up to 1000 photos to have scanned, digitized, and given back to you on a personalized jump drive for free. Bring in your totes and shoe boxes of pictures ready to scan in our special high speed photo scanners.

OGDEN ~ NORTH OGDEN ~ ROY ~ SYRACUSE ~ CLEARFIELD ~ LAYTON ~ KAYSVILLE ~ BOUNTIFUL

www.lindquistmortuary.com

35

$ • • • • • Call –or– Text

LAWN CARE

00 MOST

LAWNS

WEEKLY MOWING LAWN CLIPPINGS–MULCH OR BAGGED LINE TRIMMING (WEED EATING) LAWN EDGING DRIVEWAY & SIDEWALK BLOW AWAY GRASS CLIPPINGS

For a Free Estimate

801.784.0390 FreshCutsLawnCareUtah.com

!

WE’VE GOT THE SPRING CLEANING THIS YEAR C all f or FRE E a ES T I MAT

Tami Jo Esplin Salt Lake Area Weber-Davis Area 801.425.8414 801.645.0258

Business & Residential Fully Insured and Bonded GotDirtHouseCleaning@gmail.com

3275 N 750 E #1 Layton, Ut 16 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

E

Women in Business

By Jenny Goldsberry • Photos by Adam Phillips

Leading up to this issue, we asked the community to nominate women to feature in this article.

We want to use our platform to celebrate women in the workplace and also inspire others. I felt inspired myself as I interviewed these women because their stories proved that there are spectacular people in Syracuse and everybody has something to bring to the table.

Becky Jorgensen

Lisa Bingham

Angie Osguthorpe

Becky says she’s had an entrepreneurial spirit since her father owned and operated a drug store that sold just about everything. Growing up in that made her want to run her own business. She started selling window coverings and then moved on to flooring. If you ask her, she learned everything she knows about business from the school of hard knocks, but her advice is to never give up. While it took some years before her business really took off, now, with her five kids grown with kids of their own, she says “it’s been a very gratifying career . . .

I feel fortunate to have landed where I did.”

Aside from being City Councilwoman, Clearfield High Alumni President and Vice Chair of Utah Repulibican Women Association, Lisa is a blogger, humor columnist, mother and grandmother.

While she was at first hesitant to start her political career, she realized that it was her civic duty. “All politics is, is a lot of people working to inform people,” she said. It wasn’t at all what she expected, but she says she still loves it. Syracuse is changing fast and she enjoys planning for its future alongside the other council members and their exceptional staff.

Angie has been with the Davis County Chamber of Commerce for 11 years, and has served as President for the past 6 years. She settled in Syracuse following receiving her Masters of Business Administration from Brigham Young University, and raised her one daughter and two sons here. Syracuse seemed like the perfect town because it’s grown so much with children like her own sticking around after leaving the nest.

“I’m proud of the fact that I’ve been a single mom and been able to make it in the business world,” she said.

// Women in Business

Gena Taylor

Northern Lighting

BY ANN PARK

G

Gena and Cal Taylor have been lighting up the Wasatch Front for over 20 years. They get along really well and love working together.

Originally, they started this business because they wanted to be able to spend more time together and with their kids. Gena is very good at organizing the work flow of the company and handling the office. She is also great with customer service and taking care of everyone. Even though she’s quiet and prefers to stay in the background, her skills have been vital to the growth and function of the company.

As the Taylors planned their business, they wanted to focus on putting the customer’s needs first, and since 95% of their customers return time and again, they have succeeded.

They began with Christmas lights, setting the standard for premium holiday lighting in their own neighborhood, and from there, they have expanded outward.

One of their most exciting, cutting-edge products is JellyFish Lighting. This product is an LED lighting system permanently installed in your eaves and designed to showcase the beauty of your home. This lighting is very discreet, blending into your home’s architecture. Jellyfish creates an extremely high quality product. It’s a robust, outdoorrated LED lighting system. LED lighting is known for its durability and is designed for years and years of use.

These beautiful accent lights are packed with great features. They are installed all around your home, and you have the ability to set up custom zones. You can, for instance, highlight your back patio in a different color. You can change the colors to go with any holiday. And you’ll never run out of choices, since there

18 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

are 16 million color options.

You can design your own custom patterns and choose They have nurtured their which of family business for the the lights last twenty years, and are on at any time. their goal is to build the “You can company into a legacy set up your that can be passed house to flash the along to their children. colors of your favorite sports team,” Gena suggested.

“And if you have too many choices, there are preset patterns ready to use.” It’s always easy to change the programming, so you’re able to have a lot of fun with it.

The Taylors also set up LED Bistro String Lighting for special occasions and events.

They can be set up indoors or outdoors to provide a beautiful atmosphere that will enhance any event.

They have nurtured their family business for the last twenty years, and their goal is to build the company into a legacy that can be passed along to their children. Gena said, “We love being part of the community here in Syracuse.”

Now appearing in your inbox!

Exclusive deals from our advertisers for our readers We send out an email once per month Find deals that aren’t available anywhere else Signup for FREE by visiting the site below or scan the code with your phone camera

www.connectionpub.com/deals

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 19

// Women in Business

Sandi Hendry

Minky Couture Designer Blankets

s

BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY

Sandi Hendr y had been working as a teacher for 30 years in Ogden when her adult daughter was hospitalized for serious liver problems.

She visited her daughter in her hospital bed often. As a gift, Sandi made her a blanket to make her feel more at home. But, as time went on, the blanket won some notoriety in the hospital. On Sandi’s visits to the hospital, she noticed someone new was wrapped up in the blanket. Eventually, she started receiving orders for blankets for other patients in the hospital. So, about 11 years ago, she started her own business: Minky Couture.

While that first blanket was made at home, and subsequent blankets were sold out of her trunk, Sandi grew the company to what it is today: selling approximately 50,000 blankets a month. Apart from her own ingenuity, she has her family to thank for their support.

“My kids all love giving a Minky as a gift,” she said. “There is no one that can’t receive a blanket. They can be confident that the receiver is going to love it.” Her clientele includes infants and elderly, male and female.

The printed fabrics that make up Minky Couture blankets are made exclusive for the company. You won’t find any of their designs in a fabric store. Every step of blanket construction is done in-house. Even the 70-odd seamstresses are local and sew from home. Sandi is sensitive to meeting the needs of her employees, who tend to be stay-athome moms “We have talented seamstresses in Utah,” she said. “We’ve created a place to create an income and use the talent they have.”

Minky blankets aren’t just sold in Utah; Sandi has found markets nationwide. They have

20 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

also done corporate orders for over 2,400 companies, among them Sinclair Oil and KSL. It’s not just blankets anymore, either. Now Sandi sells robes, scarves, and bags too.

In staying true to its roots, Minky Couture also has a charitable arm known as “The Heart of Minky.” The company donates 1,500 mini blankets every month to Newborn Intensive Care Units in hospitals all over the country. These mini blankets allow mothers to share their scent with their babies while incubated in the hospital. Sandi is proud to help these babies in a small way.

“People underestimate that a single product can become such a wonderful part of your day to bring you comfort,” she said.

“People underestimate that a single product can become such a wonderful part of your day to bring you comfort.”

// Women in Business

ReBecca Erdmann

Sand & Swirl, Inc. Custom Mad e

R

Locally in

BY ANN PARK

Ogden

ReBecca Erdmann has been an essential part of Sand & Swirl since 2005. She left a 20 year career in management to work full time with her husband Corey, and together they have built it into the thriving company it is today.

ReBecca has tuned into the needs of her customers. “Everyone woman wants the perfect bathroom. And she doesn’t want to spend all her time cleaning it.” She has made it her specialty to help everyone get their own perfect bathroom.

ReBecca and her Yorkie, Cowboy, handle the day to day operations of the company. They oversee the financials, marketing, HR, sales, and manage the showroom. “We want our showroom to feel comfortable and friendly.

It’s a space designed to let your creativity run wild.”

Over the years, Sand & Swirl has grown from a two person operation to a team of eighteen.

They provide bathroom upgrades all up and down the Wasatch Front. As they started their business, their goal was to provide the best quality materials and finest craftsmanship. They want their work to last, and to be enjoyed for years to come. It was important to them to provide a product that would save people time, and reduce stress and worry about water damage and mold. They wanted to be able to offer lots of custom options, tons of style choices, and to be able to fit into any budget. Sand & Swirl manufactures custom composites right here in their shop, so they can fabricate a product to match the size and shape of your room.

Have you been dreaming of a new bathroom?

Maybe it’s time to take a tour of the showroom and get some new ideas. ReBecca and her team love doing design consultations. Each

project starts with one. They review all the options with the client, and talk about materials, style, and budget.

Customers can see examples of the different surfaces so they can visualize what they’ll look like in their home. ReBecca and her team are constantly updating in order to stay on top of new trends in color, texture and design.

“Every woman wants the perfect bathroom. And she doesn’t want to spend all her time cleaning it.”

Your bathroom is one of the most used areas of your home, and most people’s least favorite area to clean. Why not make it easier on yourself? Sand & Swirl has thrived on helping people make their cleaning easier. Rebecca said, “People come in all the time saying, I am so tired of cleaning that grout!” Is it time for you to let your old bathroom go?

• • • • • • • • •

Affordable Mold Resistant Sealed Worry Free/Grout Free Surfaces Very Low Maintenance Carrara Cultured Marble Trustone Cultured Granite Subway Tile

Visit our Showroom

2620 Wadman Dr. Ogden, UT

FREE

Consultations

801.389.6363 sandandswirl.com

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 21

// Women in Business

Laurie Myers

T

Ovation Homes

BY ANN PARK

The Ovation Family of Companies has been creating great living space in Weber and Davis counties for over 20 years.

Under the brands, Ovation Homes and Aspire Homes, they build homes to suit the present and future needs of their clients. It’s all about building a home that supports “Our products a lifestyle. create solutions for ‘Building communities. We People’ is the foundational really listen to our buyers, and we want value of the Ovation them to be happy.” Family of Companies.

They apply this philosophy to the corporate culture in their office, and all the way through to their clients. “Our products create solutions for communities. We really listen to our buyers, and we want them to be happy.”

Laurie has more than 30 years of experience in the construction industry, and is one of the few women in Utah that holds a General Contractors license. She has been in a leadership role on the executive team with Ovation Homes for almost three years. She oversees the construction of over 100 homes per year for both the Ovation and Aspire products. “We have a

22 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

great team! Our focus on ‘Building People’ creates an environment of collaboration that carries forward to our clients. Our open communication style helps clients navigate the building process and with our teams experience we can handle any situation that may arise. Creating an environment where employees and clients can happily move through the building process is our goal.

Ovation Homes is a great place to work!”

For the first time in the history of the company, they have created a MultiGenerational Community in West Point, Utah called Harvest Fields where both the Ovation and Aspire products are offered. We have two phases dedicated to Active Adult buyers who are usually empty nesters that are looking toward the next phase of their life.

The Cottages at Harvest Fields are perfect for people 55+ looking for a relaxing, low stress lifestyle. Single level living is at the heart of nearly all their designs, with optional lofts or basements for family and friends. These communities are set up with a HOA designed to take care of outdoor needs. They handle the landscaping and snow removal. Laurie says, “You take care of the inside, and we’ll take care of the outside.”

Ovation consistently reviews their home designs based on what people need, like, and ask for. The most popular requests are often added as options for all. “We offer homes that make sense at every stage of life. We design our plans to be sensible and timeless.”

Laurie loves working at Ovation and her ability to successfully manage her team is showcased in the homes they provide to the community.

// Women in Business

Stacie & Heather Olsen

OsteoStrong

s

SPECIALIZING IN

Starting a new business during the pandemic sure has been challenging.

But what we have here at OsteoStrong is worth the struggle!

Seeing our members’ smiling faces as they walk through the door for their weekly session makes it all worth it. OsteoStrong is a new concept in Utah, which has been a bit of a challenge. There are over 140 OsteoStrong centers worldwide. Our members feel more confident and have seen their balance improve. They are becoming stronger, and we have already seen improvements in a few of our members’ bone density.”

We hope our children can see how this opportunity has provided us with the ability to give back.

Sisters-inlaw Stacie and Heather Olsen are franchise owners of the Syracuse center.

Stacie is a mom of three amazing kids. She is a Military Wife. She has taken on the responsibilities of a business woman.

When she first heard about OsteoStrong and what this amazing company could do for the community, she was on board! Sacrificing her time away from her family has been worth it when she sees the incredible results members are seeing after coming to our center for a year. Hearing the results some of our members have had after getting their bone density scan after their first full year is incredible. Stacie is a go-getter and ready to take on any new challenges.

Heather also has three children of her own, but also has three step-children. They are

BONES STRENGTH BALANCE

kind of like the “Brady Bunch”! Heather owns a successful trucking company and helps with the center. Being in this rewarding industry is right where she has always wanted to be.

“We love teaching our children that they can accomplish anything they put their minds to.

Providing service to our community has been the most rewarding thing that either of us has ever experienced. We hope our children can see how this opportunity has provided us with the ability to give back. Helping our community gain their independence back is the inspiration for us to do what we do!”

Opening the center in Syracuse has given them the opportunity to meet the community and help them improve their quality of life.

“We work our entire adult lives and feel that, when we reach retirement, that is where life begins. Many people, men and women alike, suffer from osteoporosis, joint and back pain, but we feel that our community should have the ability to live life at its fullest! Our program uses a process known as Osteogenic Loading, which delivers measurable results, unleashing physical freedom for our members. We are making our community stronger, one person at a time!”

10 MIN. SESSIONS SWEAT FREE ONCE/WEEK ALL AGES

COME IN FOR A

FREE SESSION

1013 W 2700 S #2 SYRACUSE, UT 84075 801.895.2143 CENTERS.OSTEOSTRONG.ME

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 23

// Women in Business

Fully Woman Owned and Operated

Professional Carpet, Upholstery, and Tile Cleaning 3 ROOMS & A HALL SPECIAL

$99

(a room is considered up to 200 sq. ft.)

$21

EXP. 4.30.21

SAVINGS

WHOLE HOUSE SPECIAL

$189 (5 rooms, a hall + up to 14 stairs)

EXP. 4.30.21

$43

SAVING

S

801-446-8787

Kayla Peterson

Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning

K

BY ANN PARK

Kayla Peterson is the fun, colorful, vibrant owner of Clean Steam Carpet Cleaning. In just four short years they have become the most trusted carpet cleaning company in Davis and Weber counties.

Because of their hard work and great customer service, there is no other small local company with more 5-Star Reviews.

Clean Steam got its start because Kayla wanted the freedom of being selfAs a completely employed. She woman-owned and chose carpet operated business, cleaning after hiring someone Kayla Peterson else to clean hopes to pass the her home and business to her feeling like three girls.Her goal they were overcharged is empower more for the service. women in their Kayla wanted to create generation. a cleaning company that was more affordable and would make a difference in her community.

Clean Steam is unique because it’s completely woman-owned and operated. Kayla built Clean Steam from the ground up and once she had hired her first female technician, she was inspired her to fill each role in the company

CleanSteamCarpetCleaning.com 24 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

with other motivated women. Their goal is to provide excellent service, but also to uplift their team members.

Kayla is a mother of three girls, who she wants to inspire, empower, and pass the business along to someday. Her goal is to help them grow into the ability to empower more women in their generation.

What is a visit like from Clean Steam? Your carpet will be cleaned by a local woman from our community. She will use a truckmounted hot water extraction system, and environmentally friendly, non-toxic, child and pet-friendly cleaning solutions. The process removes years of dirt, grime and grease, and leaves your carpet soft, sanitized, and free of residue. You have the option of removing the furniture for a full room clean, or just cleaning the high traffic areas. Remember, it’s best to stay off your freshly cleaned carpet for 3-5 hours.

Clean Steam is dedicated to keeping homes healthy and clean from top to bottom.

Along with carpet, tile, and upholstery, Clean Steam offers all-inclusive deep cleaning without their clients ever having to sign a contract. Book them to clean for your next event, move-in/move-out, or when you just want a professional level of clean without ever having to lift a finger.

// Women in Business

Alma Aguilera

Mr. Delicious

D

BY JENNIFER GOLDSBERRY

Don’t let the name fool you; Mr. Delicious is run and owned by native Mexican women.

Alma Aguilera had been living in the area for 16 years, when she split from the father of her children. Up until that point, she had been raising her children, and she suddenly found herself as the single breadwinner for her family.

Her mother gave her an idea: open up a restaurant with the money she had. Alma had never worked in a restaurant before, but her mother had. At first, it was a struggle to even land a lease for the building because she was opening a restaurant for the first time, and most leases in the area would only take applicants with more than one restaurant in their name.

“My mom is always pushing me,” she said.

“She told me we can do it.”

When they finally found their place at 1137 West 1700 South, there was still a lot of work to do. The owners needed sheetrock, insulation, and flooring installed before Alma could move in. By the time they were done, and Alma had decorated and painted it to her liking, it was June 20, 2020.

Opening a restaurant in the middle of a global pandemic might have killed other businesses, but Alma pushed through. She leaned into her community in Syracuse because she knew how friendly and supportive they’d been when she moved into a new home as a single mother.

“Even though they have another restaurant, a chain restaurant right in front of their faces, they chose me because I’m their neighbor,” she said. “It was surprising.”

With Alma in the kitchen beside her mother, and her brother and daughter at the cash register, they run a fullfledged family restaurant, complete with traditional family recipes.

My mom Among them is is always the discada, a pushing me, dish that is so she told me near and dear to the Aguilera we can do it. family, you won’t find it anywhere else.

It’s a Mexican stew with pork, steak, sausage, ham, chorizo, tomato, and onions. At Mr. Delicious, you can get it with rice and beans as a side. Their enchiladas, chimichangas, and massive burritos are also popular.

Every dish is made to order. Every dish is also made in-house. You can’t find any cans in the kitchen. Alma admits it’s a lot of work to make everything from scratch, but it makes a noticeable difference in the flavor of the dishes.

Now, her five children are proud of the family business. They helped name the business, they promote the restaurant, and one of her children, a ten-year-old daughter, says she can’t wait to inherit the business.

In support of our community,

BREAKFAST FOR KIDS

up to 12 years old,

Every Saturday, 10:30-12:30 No purchase necessary.

385-383-7897 1137 W 1700 S Suite 2 Syracuse MrDeliciousMexicanFood.com

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 25

Special article brought to you by Econ Mortgage

Be Aware of How Filing Your Taxes Can Affect Your Chances at Getting a Mortgage!

When applying for a mortgage one of the biggest considerations is verifiable income.If you are a W2’d employee, the underwriter will likely only need your paystubs and W-2’s to calculate income. However, if you are selfemployed, run a home-based business, have rental properties, or own your own incorporated business, then the underwriter will also need to see 2 years of personal or business tax returns (as applicable) to calculate income.

TAX RETURN PREPARATION When preparing tax returns yourself, or having tax returns prepared for you, one item to keep in mind are your tax deductions. In most cases, tax writeoffs will lower the amount of taxable income shown on the tax return. You may need to be cautious of how much is being written off if you are planning on refinancing or purchasing a home in the upcoming tax year.

The underwriter will consider these deductions and write-offs when determining how much income you are able to use for the mortgage application.

HOW TO PREPARE? If you have questions on how your potential write-offs will affect your mortgage prospects, the best thing you can do to prepare is to be organized and by providing this documentation to your loan officer as soon as possible, sometimes even before filing. Your loan officer will be able to see the whole picture and appropriately advise you on

26 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

anything which may need to be resolved to receive a final loan approval.

Your loan officer can help if you have questions about potential tax deduction write-offs.

Who is Econ Mortgage?

At Econ Mortgage we keep our overhead low and use technology to streamline the mortgage process. We make less profit on each loan, so we can pass the savings on to our clients.

If you need a home loan or even just want to see if you qualify, call us at (385) 258-3588 or visit EconMortgage.com.

1137 W 1700 S Suite 2 Syracuse 385-383-7897

WE SPECIALIZE IN

In Support of Our Community, Breakfast for Kids up to 12 years old, Every Saturday, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30p.m.

No purchase nessary.

FIRE • WATER • WIND DAMAGE MOLD REMOVAL

BEFORE

Worried about what you are breathing?

Get Our Deluxe Air Filter!

Removes or significantly reduces bacteria, germs, viruses, and odors, including COVID-19 particles.

AFTER

24-HOUR SERVICE AVAILABLE CALL NOW FOR AN APPOINTMENT

801-782-1800

The only Air Purifier to address all three types of contaminates: particulate, VOC’s and bio-aerosols.

CALL CHRIS TURPIN Authorized Dealer

801-648-4380

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 27

+ BUSINESS

Independence University

BY ANN PARK

Independence University Offers Online and On Campus Degree Programs

I

One of the largest degree programs offered at Independece Universtiy is Surgical Technology.

INFO Business: University (801) 392-1471 1890 South 1350 West Ogden, Utah 84401 www.Independence.edu

ndependence University (IU), an ACCSCaccredited* school known nationally for its career-focused degree programs earned online, has expanded its reach to include degree offerings in a blended in-class/online environment at its beautiful West Haven/Ogden, Utah campus.

The blended learning model provides students with the flexibility of online learning along with the personal and social connections made in the classroom. As a nonprofit university, IU believes in investing in its students.

Along with offering degrees in Healthcare, Business, and Technology, IU invests heavily in resources and tools that encourage success. In addition to one-on-one tutoring and career services, caring instructors with real-world experience help to ensure students enter their career field with confidence.

One of the largest degree programs at our ground campus is Surgical Technology. IU is one of only a handful of schools in the state to offer a Surg

28 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

Tech degree. This valuable healthcare program was created by first consulting the medical community and then putting local surgeons and medical professionals on the medical advisory board to help determine the scope of the curriculum. Students complete a three-month externship as part of their schooling, providing them with valuable field experience.

Surg Tech students also determine what specialty they would like to focus on during their externship, making this real-world experience even more valuable and targeted to their goals.

The university is known for its efficiency in getting students quickly through their schooling so they can get on to their career fast.

An Associate’s degree can be completed in as few as 19 months and a Bachelor’s degree in as few as 36 months. Students take one or two classes at a time that are completed in four-week modules. With 24/7 anytime, anywhere learning, students’ study schedules can work around their jobs and family commitments.

In addition to the Surgical Technologist program, IU also offers degrees in Medical Assisting, Business Administration, Software

The university is known for its efficiency in getting students quickly through their schooling so they can get on to their career fast.

Development, and Network Security. Students’ tuition is all-inclusive and covers not only classes but textbooks and even a laptop that students can keep at the end of their schooling.

For most programs, students can enroll and start within four weeks. Class sizes are kept small and feature handson learning wherever possible.

The professional faculty at the university includes fulltime teachers and program directors, plus some adjunct professors who come from the field they’re teaching in.

There is also a compliance department that helps the school and its programs stay consistent within their accreditation requirements.

Those interested in earning a career-focused degree can call IU at 801-284-3216 to learn more. *Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC)

+ RECIPES

Crockpot Ribs (Slow Cookin’)

BY ROBERT DODD

If you love ribs as much as I do, and/or if you’re not sure how to cook them right, then this recipe is for you. It’s as easy as making burgers, except it takes longer, and that’s the key! This can be a little messy to prepare, but what good are ribs if they’re not messy? First, you’ve got to get those bones (ribs)! There are a few types of ribs we can get into, however, these things take long enough to make and we’re hungry.

Whether the ribs are pork, beef, or other favorite meat, they all require long, slow cooking; thus, the Crockpot was invented.

Okay, maybe not for ribs, but I like to think so.

Brush with BBQ sauce. Place ribs standing up, meaty side to the wall of the pot.

1 tbs. salt 1 tbs. ground black pepper 3/4 tbs. garlic powder 3/4 tbs. onion powder 2 tbs. paprika 1 tsp. crushed red peppers 3 tbs. brown sugar 6-8 lbs. of ribs 24-ounce jar or bottle of BBQ Sauce (You make the call on the flavor!)

1/3 cup cider vinegar, or water may be used.

Add sliced onions,and pour the remaining BBQ sauce over the ribs. Add vinegar or water. (Boneless suggestion: Add ribs, pour, add more ribs, pour, add…you get the idea. Soak ‘em good! Yeah!)

Let those babies slow cook for about 5-6 hours or until the meat is tender. I like my ribs to almost fall off the bone. You can either chow down now or if you can control that urge for another 10 minutes or so, place them in oven or, on the grill and baste for about 10-15 more minutes with remaining sauce from crock pot.

Don’t forget the baked beans, corn on the cob, and fries. Oh yeah! One more important ingredient: wet wipes or damp towels; gonna need ‘em.

Get that crock-pot going on low. (I line mine with a cooking bag; it makes for easy clean up.) Mix dry ingredients and rub all over the ribs.

We know you love your Instant Pot and air fryer, but this classic has been around for decades for a reason.

We’ve got some new recipes for you to try!

Not your traditional

CROCKPOT RECIPES CAN BE MADE IN A DUTCH OVEN TOO!

Crockpot Peach Cobbler

BY MELISSA SPELTS

Our family’s favorite cobbler is usually made while camping in our Dutch oven. We took that same simple recipe and put it in our crockpot for a delicious dessert. Dollop ice cream on top and enjoy.

2 (24-oz) jars of peaches ½ can 7up soda 1 box yellow cake mix 4 Tablespoons butter Dump peaches in your crockpot.

Stir the 7up into the peaches.

Evenly dump the cake mix over the top of the peaches.

Dot with butter.

Bake on a low setting for 4 hours or until the cake mix has a light brown crust on top.

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 29

+ RECIPES

Chicken Chili

BY HAILEY MINTON

Crock pot Tips

by thekrazycouponlady.com

in a slow cooker Get rid of the white film p. soa h dis and a sod with baking d sides at the Cook the main dish an g individual pin ap wr by e same tim foods in foil. keep food Use your slow cooker to rm at dinner wa ) oes (like mashed potat gatherings.

D! SMELLS GOO ot kp oc cr ur yo Use er as an air freshen on or by adding lem da orange slices an or ck sti on m cinna of a couple drops essential oil.

Catch unwanted condensation with a towel placed under your slow cooker lid.

Save time by lining your crockpot with foilmakes clean up easy!

I love this recipe because it’s delicious and incredibly easy. It’s my go-to recipe if I have a busy day with little time to prep dinner.

2 cans black beans 2 cans corn 2 cans Rotelle (tomatoes with green chiles) 2 chicken breasts 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp ground cumin 1 packet dry ranch (or 2 T) 1 brick of cream cheese

Throw everything except the cream cheese into a crock pot.

Thai Peanut Chicken with Spicy Lime Mango

BY WWW.HALFBAKEDHARVEST.COM

NEED A NEW CROCKPOT?

Our pick Not only is this slow cooker big enough to feed 7+ people, but the Hamilton Beach Stay or Go Portable 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker has a very convenient FlexCook setting that lets you cook at two different temps.

The lid also has clips that make it easy to take it to your next dinner gathering.

30 syracuseconnection.com | March 2021

1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts 3-4 tablespoons Thai red curry paste using more or less to your taste 2 teaspoons ground ginger 3 tablespoons sesame oil or extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup fresh Thai basil or regular basil, chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for serving 1 (14-ounce) can full fat coconut milk 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce 2 tablespoons fish sauce (optional, but recommended) 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter juice of 1 lime steamed rice, for serving roasted peanuts and Persian cucumbers, for serving SPICY LIME MANGO 1 mango, diced

Don’t discard the liquid from the corn or beans; that belongs in the crock pot too. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4. About an hour before you’re ready to eat, open the crock pot and shred the chicken, then stir in the brick of cream cheese. My favorite way to shred the chicken is to use kitchen scissors to cut up the chunks while it’s still in the crock pot. Serve with tortilla chips.

1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped juice and zest from 1 lime

Toss the chicken with the 2 tablespoons Thai red curry paste, ginger, and 1 tablespoon oil. Let sit for 5minutes.

Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over mediumhigh heat. Add the chicken and sear on both sides until browned, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining Thai red curry paste, basil, and cilantro. Transfer the chicken to the slow cooker. Add the coconut milk, soy sauce, and fish sauce (if using). Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Remove the lid, stir in the peanut butter and lime juice. Cook 20-30 minutes on high to thicken the sauce. Note; there is going to be a lot of sauce.

To make the spicy lime mango, combine all ingredients in a bowl.

Serve the chicken and sauce over rice. Top with roasted peanuts, cucumbers, and spicy lime mango.

March 2021 | syracuseconnection.com 31

gold i n Th e re is n ! You ca e s u o h you r c e at n a n fi e r s e ll o r es. Call t a r w o r e co r d l c e for n a L r o Du sti n how! n o s l i a det

LANCE PETERSON Loan Officer NMLS # 253142 801-388-5888

DUSTIN PETERSON Realtor 801-528-9500

www.2brothersutah.com Corporate NMLS #248240 Regulated by The Division of Real Estate