Syracuse Connection May 2022

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CONNECTIONPUBLISHING Syracuse Connection is published monthly by Connection Publishing© www.syracuseconnection.com ryan@connectionpub.com | (801) 624-9652 PUBLISHER Ryan Spelts GRAPHIC DESIGN Kristina Case

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he city operates as a representative form of government as set up by the State of Utah. Because cities get their authority from the state, we operate within a set of rules. I am not writing about basic civics, but rather your part in it, and to encourage you to be more of an active voice.

You have a voice outside of an election. Your elected officials represent you. You can reach out to them by phone, text, email, or in other ways. Their contact information is in every magazine and on the website. In a representative form of government, you should always feel you can reach out to share your thoughts on the issues of the city.

WRITERS Hailey Minton Ryan Spelts Melissa Spelts Jenny Goldsberry Mayor Dave Maughan Kristina Case Elizabeth Najim Duane D. Cheney

In every public meeting, we offer a period of public comment. That public comment period is not currently limited to those who are present. You can submit a public comment in writing in advance of a meeting to the city recorder. It is a public record; you must state your name and address with your comment. You can bring any concern or subject forward that you want to be considered.

AD DESIGN Robert Dodd Abigail Rigby Crystal Rappleye Hyrum Rappleye EDITORS Hailey Minton Brittany Carroll Kassie Baker

Public comment can be awkward because public comment is not a question-and-answer format. Utah law prevents discussion that isn’t publicly advertised in advance. Often, your council members would like to answer your questions or comment on the spot. The law requires public notice for back-and-forth discussion topics. They simply can’t address that topic until it is on the agenda.

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

“You have a voice outside of an election.

Your elected officials represent you.

You can reach out to them by phone, text, email, or in other ways.”

Your citizen voice matters. I try to keep people informed. I have made it a point to prepare for meetings by listening to citizens before meetings, so I am truly representing you. This requires you, the citizen, to share your voice. I hope you always feel you can reach out to those you elected.

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Personally, I have always taken the position that, if a path forward for the city makes sense to me, I should be able to explain it so that others can agree and understand.

I am representing you, so I share with you the logic I use to represent you. If those I represent can’t understand what I see, maybe I should be considering what they are seeing. This, to me, is the essence of representing people. We are in this together. It is our city. We collectively set the path forward. You should always feel there is a way for your voice to be heard. You equally have a responsibility to share that voice so it can be considered.

Mayor Dave Maughan

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ON OUR COVER 16 Home & Garden 26 Food Bouquets

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Syracuse City Updates Your City Council at Work On April 12, the council took the following actions: 1.

Approved an ongoing fee waiver request from the Utah Cold War Veterans Foundation related to the use of City Hall chambers for occasional award ceremonies

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Authorized the issuance of up to $8.5 million in secondary water bonds to construct a new secondary water basin near 2700 South and Bluff Road

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Adopted a resolution governing irrigation water restrictions and regulations for the 2022 season

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Approved this year’s contract for road improvements in various parts of the city

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Adopted an updated Emergency Operations Plan for Syracuse City

What’s the BUILDING SCOOP? A monthly update on new builds around Syracuse

BY ELIZABETH NAJIM

There is a lot of construction going on in Syracuse, and we would like to share what’s going on in the area. Both the Arlo complex and the Holt complex share similar characters in two different locations. Both of these developments are designated as “Mixed Use Development.” This requires that they contain both commercial and residential elements. The Holt, located at 1283 West Antelope Drive, will take up 16.56 acres and contain 308 apartment units, 43 townhomes, and a few commercial units. The Arlo, located at 1750 West Antelope Drive, will take up 12 acres and contain 250 apartment units and a few commercial units. The commercial units at both developments will be retail and office units.

Both apartment complexes contain a clubhouse, pool, dog park, playground, and ample parking for residents and businesses.

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The council also met on Friday, April 15, 2022, for a full-day budget meeting. Watch for notices related to the 2023 fiscal year budget hearing, coming soon.

BE A PART OF MEETINGS

The city council normally meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. You can participate in council meetings by attending in person or virtually through Zoom and YouTube.

Public comment is accepted from both in-person and virtual attendees.

New Signs at Jensen Nature Park!

Many of you probably have visited our beautiful Jensen Park.

Over the years, many domesticated pet animals, in particular ducks, have been abandoned here. This spring, the city will be adding new educational signs at Jensen Park. The signs will educate visitors about the dangers of feeding bread to waterfowl, both for their health and the water quality. We know many of you enjoy feeding the waterfowl at Jensen Park, so the signs will include alternative things to feed, such as oats, cooked rice, duck or chicken food, and even corn.

The signs will also educate visitors that abandoning domesticated pet animals, such as ducks, is a crime and punishable under Utah animal cruelty laws. Domestic pet animals, such as ducks, geese, and rabbits, are not equipped to survive at parks or in nature. Jensen Park was created to help humans connect with nature and wildlife and is not a place for abandoning domestic pet animals. We hope these signs encourage positive changes and help maintain our parks' beauty and health.

If you have questions, please reach out to Wasatch Wanderers at wasatchdwaterfowl@gmail.com.

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Water Shortage Utah is in a state of drought for both outdoor and indoor water.

This is a result of limited precipitation causing low water levels in the mountain reservoirs. Due to the limited supply of water, a drought reduction has been issued from water suppliers that will affect water users throughout Weber and Davis Counties.

The season begins May 15 and ends Sept. 20; no watering during the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.; use limited watering run times; no watering Sunday, and no watering on a designated day based upon a geographical quadrant divided by Antelope Drive and 2000 West. In addition to Sunday, the other designated no-water days by quadrant are the same as last year: Northwest Tuesday, Northeast Wednesday, Southwest Thursday, Southeast Friday.

May 15 to 30: Pick one day out of the five available days.

Memorial Day to Labor Day: Pick two days out of the five available days.

Sept. 6 to 20: Pick one day out of the five available days.

Remember to prevent excess water from irrigation that allows water to pool onto neighboring properties, streets, or storm drains. Also be sure to repair any known leaks within 15 days of notification. Limited spot watering with a hose may be done only if an individual is attending.

It is highly recommended that you install a smart controller for your outdoor watering. This will allow you to control it remotely as you get notifications of changing weather in your area. Take advantage of a 50% off rebate offered from Utah Water Savers.

Please be mindful of water conservation and eliminate overuse and overspray on streets and sidewalks. Provide only the water your landscape requires. Check timers and turn off systems when possible, adapting to the weather conditions.

Enforcement of wasteful watering will occur. Please help in being good stewards in our limited water supply.

Environmental Quality Topic: Pool and spa care.

Store pool and spa chemicals in a manner to prevent leaks and spills, preferably in a covered enclosure, and out of reach of children and pets. Avoid copper-based algaecides such as copper sulfate. Chemical concentrations that are mild irritants to humans can be fatal to fish and other aquatic wildlife. Drain water only when chlorine levels are very low and are not detected by a chlorine test kit. Reuse water for landscaping areas whenever possible, avoid allowing the water to drain on neighboring properties. Drain only clean pool water. If it’s not safe for your yard, then it’s not safe to go down a storm drain. Any water that goes into a storm drain is not treated. Any pollution entering the storm drain makes the waterways unsafe for people and wildlife.

Road Construction: As UDOT No watering No watering improves Antelope Drive Sunday and Sunday and Wednesday and the roads at the new Tuesday interchanges, there will be frequent road closures and No watering No watering Sunday and flagging operations. Avoid Sunday and Thursday Friday these construction areas by using alternative routes. If you must travel through these areas, please use caution For a larger and by keeping your distance from detailed Water moving construction equipment, Conservation Schedule slowing down, and being attentive. map, scan the QR code.

Please be courteous and keep our construction workers safe so they can return home safely to their families too.

Employee Spotlight - Nick Coleman Our employee spotlight this month features Nick Coleman. Nick is the Recreation Manager for the city’s Park and Recreation Department. He oversees the operations for the Community Center, and programming. He has been at Syracuse for one year and has been instrumental in creating multiple new events and programs within the department. Originally from Destin, Florida, Nick went to the University of West Florida and has his M.P.A. from Strayer University. Nick enjoys spending time with his two daughters, reading nonfiction books, working in his garden, and attending sporting events.

THANK YOU all for your hard work and dedication to the city of Syracuse!

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2022 Secondary Water Conservation Schedule Syracuse, Utah

Antelope Drive

2000 West

Public Works Update

Season: May 15—Sept 20

No daytime watering (10AM—6PM)

May 15—May 30 (Memorial Day) Choose one day out of the five each week

May 31—Sept 5 (Labor Day) …….. Choose two days out of the five each week

Sept 6—Sept 20 ……………………….. Choose one day out of the five each week

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Syracuse City Arts Council Junior Theatre Broadway Bootcamp! June 13-24 Monday-Friday 9-11:30 a.m. at the Syracuse Community Center! This workshop is for kids ages 5-17. Kids will learn acting skills, choreography, music, backstage skills, fun theatre activities, and will perform at Heritage Days on Friday evening the 24th! If you are interested in volunteering to help with the Broadway Bootcamp (teen advisors needed as well) email info@syracuseutaharts.org.

Volunteers receive one child’s fee for free. Fees are $40 (city resident) or $45 (nonresident). Registration opens May 1st.

Information can be found online at syracuseutaharts.org or https://www.syracuseut.gov/221/Parks-Recreation, or you can sign up at the Community Center front desk. Space is limited so enroll today!

The SCAC’s annual summer musical “Shrek the Musical” is coming July 14-18 at Syracuse High auditorium. We are the only community theatre that performs with a live pit orchestra.

Mark your calendars now! Tickets go on sale June 1st.

The Syracuse City Arts Council is always in need of volunteers!

If you’re interested in set building and painting, ushering, or if you just want to be of service to your community, we would love to have your help! Please email us at info@ syracuseutaharts.org.

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

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Parks & Recreation Department Tennis

Registration: May 1 - June 5 There is limited space, so sign up soon!

Sessions consist of eight one-hour sessions. Classes will not be held July 4th, 5th, 25th or 26th.

SESSION 1 Beginning the week of June 27 (morning classes) 5 & 6-year-old class: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m.

7 & 8-year-old class: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 a.m.

9 & 10-year-old class: Mondays and Wednesdays at 9 a.m.

11 to 14-year-old class: Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.

SESSION 2 Beginning the week of June 27 (evening classes) 5 & 6-year-old class: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 p.m.

7 & 8-year-old class: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7 p.m.

9 & 10-year-old class: Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m.

11 to 14-year-old class: Mondays and Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

Storm Football

Registration: May 1 -June 5 Registration for Storm Football will be done online this year. Register and pay online at www.syracuseut.gov. Parks and Recreation staff will contact you to sign up for a date and time each participant will come to the Community Center to show documentation and receive equipment. *Register participant in the grade they will be in for the 2022-2023 school year.

To complete registration, participants will need to show a recent physical, proof of medical insurance or insurance waiver, proof of grade, and proof of Syracuse residency (Syracuse City Utility Bill).

Fall Soccer

Registration: May 1 -June 26 Leagues: Little Kicks (must be 3 as of September 1, 2022), Pre-K (turning 4 as of

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September 1, 2022), Kindergarten, 1stgrade, 2nd grade, 3rd-4th grade, 5th-6th grade, 7th-9th grade. All leagues are co-ed. *Register participant in the grade they will be in for the 2022-2023 school year.

Flag Football

Registration: May 1 - June 26 Leagues: 1st-2nd grade, 3rd-4th grade, 5th6th grade, 7th-9th grade, 10th-12th grade (bring your own team). *Register participant in the grade they will be in for the 2022-2023 school year.

Camp Syracuse

Your child will make new friends, enjoy arts and crafts activities, and fun games. Space is limited, so sign up today.

Cost: $45 Registration: May 1 - June 30 Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 1st session: July 12-July 28 (9-11:30 a.m.)

2nd session: July 12-July 28 (12:30- 3:00 p.m.)

Place: Syracuse Community Center

Junior Theatre Broadway Bootcamp!

Registration: May 1st. Space is Limited, so enroll today!

Dates: June 13-June 24 Days/Times: Monday-Friday 9-11:30pm Cost: $40 resident, $45 nonresident This workshop is for kids ages 5-17. Kids will learn acting skills, choreography, music, backstage skills, fun theatre activities, and will perform at Heritage Days on Friday evening the 24th! If you are interested in volunteering to help with the Broadway Bootcamp (teen advisors needed as well) email info@syracuseutaharts.org.

Volunteers receive one child’s fee for free. Information can be found online at syracuseutaharts.org. Register online at www.syracuseut.gov or in-person at the Syracuse Community Center.

Adult Fitness Move your body with one of our fitness classes, the FIRST ONE IS FREE!

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

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

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. F ​​​ ind more info on Facebook at Syracuse Fitness Classes When: Monday, Wednesday & Friday Time: 9 a.m.

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

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. We suggest different options, so you can work at your own pace.

Where: Syracuse Community Center When: Tuesday Time: 9 a.m.

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

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The Whys and Hows of a Raised Garden Bed The How’s--

BY DUANE D. CHENEY

Coming from a farming background, I was confused when I would see raised garden beds. I always thought that the advantage of a raised garden bed was that you wouldn’t have to bend over so far to plant, weed, and harvest. Although, now that I’m older, not bending over is an advantage, it isn’t the only advantage of a raised garden bed. I contacted Brad Soelburg at J & J Nursery in Layton for some expert advice.

The Whys--

Issues that a raised garden bed can address include the following: •

Much of Syracuse is clay soil.

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Soil here can be salty, due to our proximity to the Salt Lake.

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They are less costly than improving all of your garden space.

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They use less space, which means less weeding, watering, and tilling.

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Raised garden compost soil is easy to till with a shovel-- no need for tiller.

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Raised garden beds warm up earlier in the spring. Seed plantings can be done a week or two earlier than flat beds.

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Production of all vegetables can be improved by planting in raised beds. Bean, cucumber, and squash trellises can be adapted to use vertical space of the raised beds. Corn, due to its need for space, isn’t always cost effective.

Garden Bed Success

Pick an area that gets 6-8 hours of sunlight Ratio of 1-1-1 of topsoil, compost and vermiculite The edge material should be strong enough to retain the dirt.

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Pick an area for your raised garden that receives 6-8 hours of sunlight per day.

Good drainage is essential. The width should be such that you can reach the center from the edge of the planter. The rise above the surroundings should be around 8-12 inches. The edge material needs to be strong enough to retain the dirt. The material can metal, fiber cement, wood, brick, or block.

It is a good recommendation to have your soil tested by the Utah State Extension office (approx. $35). This will take the guess work out of enriching your soil.

Many have found that the ratio of 1-1-1 of topsoil, compost, and vermiculite or pumice works best.

Cover the bottom of the raised bed with about 2” compost and then fill with the topsoil/compost/ vermiculite or pumice mixture. In the fall, additional compost should be added and turned in the soil with a shovel.

You can adapt the raised garden beds, size, and shape to the space that you have available. You’ll find that you have less weeds, use less water, and hopefully have a great harvest. My father said that he loved farming so much that, if he had a million dollars, he would farm until it was all gone. Farming can be an unsure enterprise, but raised-bed gardening can provide you with more control so that you can have a bountiful harvest.

Adapt your garden box’s size, shape, and space to what works best for you!

Key Community Contacts Syracuse City Information

MAYOR

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

COUNCIL MEMBERS

Lisa W. Bingham: 801-725-2300 lbingham@syracuseut.gov Jennifer Carver: 801-430-8844 jcarver@syracuseut.gov Jordan Savage: 385-424-0258 jsavage@syracuseut.gov Seth Teague: 951-515-6423 steague@syracuseut.gov

Paul Watson: 801-750-4059 pwatson@syracuseut.gov

SYRACUSE SERVICES

Syracuse Library

Located at 1875 S 2000 W in Syracuse.

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

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. You can also sign up for job alerts by going to that same link.

Fix-It Requests

City Arts Council: 801-896-8101 volunteer@syracuseutaharts.org City Hall: 801-825-1477 1979 W 1900 S Open Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed holidays City Museum: 801-614-9674 Hours: Tuesday – Friday 2-5 p.m.

Community Center: 801-614-9660 1912 W 1900 S Summer hours: Mon-Thurs-6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri- 6 a.m.- 8 p.m.; Sat - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

We appreciate our citizens who help the city to be aware of issues that need to be addressed such as road repairs, street light/sign repair, park maintenance, water problems (culinary and secondary), garbage can pickup, code ordinance enforcement, and employee feedback. 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.

Fire Station: 801-614-9614 1869 S 3000 W

Passport Applications

Parks & Recreation: 801-614-9660 1912 W 1900 S parksandrecreation@syracuseut.gov

Passport application processing services are offered at City Hall between 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Processing takes approximately 20-30 minutes per application. Until further notice, passport acceptance services are by appointment only. Please call 801-825-1477 to schedule your appointment. For multiple applications and/or photos, wait times may be longer. All required forms, photos, and payments must be completed prior to 4 p.m. to be accepted the same day. Applications can be found on the www.travel.state.gov website. Application fees must be paid with a check or money order made payable to the U.S. Department of State. More info available on our website www.syracuseut.com/Passports

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Lady Lions Service & Social Club: 801-825-1752 Lions Club: 801-719-1804 Utah Lions District 28UT (open to all)

Police Station: 801-825-4400 1751 S 2000 W Post Office: 801-614-9677 (Inside City Hall) Public Works Facility: 801-825-7235 3061 S 2400 W Utilities Department: 801-825-1477 Opt #2 Volunteer/Eagle Scout Projects: Lesley Draper 801-614-9655 ldraper@syracuseut.gov Youth Council: 801-643-8996 May 2022 | syracuseconnection.com 11

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

MAY EVENTS Senior Events Syracuse Community Center 1912 W 1900 S, Syracuse, Utah 84075 Call (801) 614-9660 #1 to register Visit www.syracuserecreation.com for more info.

If you would like to receive the Senior Citizens Newsletter via e-mail, please send your NAME and E-MAIL address to paulaj@syracuseut.gov May 3: Think Tuesday @ 10 a.m. FREE RSVP May 9: Bus Trip: DEE-DEE DARBYDUFFIN QUINTET: The Great American Song Book @ 6:30 p.m. ($3 / each).

May 11: Monthly Movie: American Underdog @ 1 p.m. - FREE - RSVP May 17: Think Tuesday @ 10 a.m. FREE - RSVP | Book Club @ 2 p.m. (Contact Judy Price @ (801) 549-7210) May 25: Lunch & Bingo @ 12 p.m.

(Suggested Donation $3 / person) - Must RSVP by noon on Tues., May 17, 2022.

PLEASE NOTE: No reservations are accepted after this date unless we have a cancellation. Please add your name to the Waitlist.

SENIOR YOGA Tuesdays & Thursdays @ 8 a.m.

Age / Price: 50+/$1 or 60+/$0.50 (FREE with membership to the Syracuse Community Center) PICKLEBALL Tuesdays @ 9 a.m.

Thursdays @ 9 a.m.

Adults/$2 or Seniors 60+/$0.50 (FREE with membership to the Syracuse Community Center)

Fun things to do May 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30: ORI TAHITI North Star - (FREE Tahitian Dance Class) @ LDS Church Gym 9:30 a.m. (3345 W. 5200 S. Roy, UT.) More info: Search Facebook Groups - Ori North Star

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May 6: First Friday Art Stroll @ 25th Street 6 - 9 p.m.

May 10: Auditions for Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical @ On Pitch Performing Arts 6:30 p.m.

May 13 - July 16: BDAC 47th Annual Statewide Art Exhibit @ Bountiful Davis Arts Center 12 - 5 p.m.

May 14: Syracuse Museum’s 20th Birthday Party! - FREE tours, activities, hats & cake @ Syracuse Regional Museum at 10 a.m.

May 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29, & 30: UtahRenFest @ 990 West 17th Street, Marriott-Slaterville City, UT 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Adults: $12; Youth: $6 Children: FREE) May 19 - 21: Davis Heritage Festival @ USU Botanical Center THURS., FRI 4 p.m. & SAT 10 a.m. (General Admission: $7) May 21: Classic Car Show - FREE @ 962 Porter Ln, West Bountiful UT 12-4 p.m.

May 25: Cruise Night - Classic FREE Car Show @ Burger Stop 6 p.m. (Call (801) 544-8090 for more info) May 28: Farmer’s Market @ Historic 25th Street 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.

May 30 - Sept. 5: Syracuse Island Splash Pad - FREE @ Centennial Park at 10 a.m.

School Events SYRACUSE HIGH May 2: Spring Play @ Syracuse 7 p.m.

May 3: Baseball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

Boys Lacrosse @ Syracuse 4 p.m.

Boys Soccer @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

May 5: Softball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

Girls Lacrosse @ Syracuse 4 p.m.

Baseball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

Baseball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

May 9-11: Theatre Auditions @ Syracuse 2:30 p.m.

May 10: Softball @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

May 10-11: Dance Company Performance @ Syracuse 6 p.m.

May 17: Spring Choral Showcase @ Syracuse 7 p.m.

Congratulations to all the 2022 graduates!

May 20: Theatre Senior Showcase @ Syracuse 7 p.m.

May 21: Senior Cotillion @ Syracuse 7 p.m.

May 23 - 24: Scholarship Assembly @ Syracuse 10:30 a.m.

Yearbook Signing @ Syracuse 3:30 p.m.

May 24: Farewell Assembly @ Syracuse 7:30 a.m.

Chamber Concert @ Syracuse 7 p.m.

May 25: Graduation @ WSU 9 a.m.

CLEARFIELD HIGH May 3: Softball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

Girls Lacrosse @ Clearfield 4:30 p.m.

May 4 - 7, & 9: Spring Musical - Little Women @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 5: Boys Lacrosse @ Clearfield 4:30 p.m.

May 6: Boys Soccer @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

Davis County Library Events Davis County Syracuse Branch 1875 S 2000 W Syracuse, UT (801) 825-7080 May 2: COLORING NIGHT - Color your stress away! @ 6:30 p.m. - All Ages May 5: AFTER WORDS BOOK GROUP - Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar

Children by Ransom Riggs @ 7 p.m. - All Ages May 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31: IN-PERSON STORYTIME @ 10:30 a.m. - All Ages May 4, 11, 18, & 25: VIRTUAL STORYTIME @ 10:30 a.m. - All Ages (Link: https://bit.ly/3qftb65)

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May 9: Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

May 10: Softball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

Boys Lacrosse @ Clearfield 4:30 p.m.

Dance Concert @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 11: Baseball @ Clearfield 3:30 p.m.

Jazz / Percussion Concert @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 12: Senior Awards Ceremony @ Clearfield 10 a.m.

May 17: Band Concert @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 18: Choir Concert @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 19: Orchestra Concert @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 20: Senior Awards Assembly @ Clearfield 10 a.m.

Senior Cotillion @ Clearfield 7 p.m.

May 23: Performing Arts Awards @ Clearfield 6 p.m.

SYRACUSE ARTS ACADEMY May 26: Last Day of School - Early Out May 27: Teacher Prep Day - No School May 30: Memorial Day - No School

Legacy Jr. May 2 & 16: 9th Grade Recognition Night @ Legacy 6:30 p.m.

May 2-3: RISE & Aspire Testing @ Legacy (Time TBD) May 5: Spring Art Show @ Legacy 5:30 p.m.

May 10: Spring Band Concert @ Legacy 6 p.m.

May 12: Jazz Band Performance @ Legacy 11 a.m.

May 18: Orchestra Concert @ Legacy 6 p.m.

May 19 - 21: Musical Theatre Awards & Blue Directing Project Performance @ Legacy 7 p.m.

SYRACUSE JR. May 2 - 6: RISE Science Test (7th & 8th Grade) @ SJH (Time TBD) May 5 - 7, & 9: School Musical @ SJH 6 p.m. Sat. Matinee 2 p.m.

May 10: Dance Recital @ SJH 6:30 p.m.

May 11: Band Concert @ SJH 6 p.m.

May 16-20: RISE Make-Up Testing (7th & 8th Grade) @ SJH (Time TBD)

All High Schools, Junior High Schools, & Elementary Schools: May 27: Last Day of School - Early Out

Have a great summer!

May 17: Evening of Excellence @ SJH 6 p.m.

May 19: Choir End-Of-Year Concert @ SJH 6 p.m.

May 23: Fine Arts Assembly @ SJH (Time TBD) May 26: 9th Grade Party @ TBD

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Celebrating 20 years at the Syracuse Regional Museum

BY ELIZABETH NAJIM

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The original members of the Syracuse Historical Committee celebrated the opening of their brand-new museum: the Syracuse Museum & Cultural Center. The ribbon was cut, precious artifacts were out on public display, and the committee members reveled in their many years of hard work to make their dream a reality. While our little city museum has come a long way since 2002, the conception of this institution began as early as the 1970s.

Shortly after the local 1976 Bicentennial celebrations in Syracuse, a historical committee was formed to document, collect, and preserve the history of Syracuse and the surrounding areas. These original members were Don & Genene Rentmeister, Clayton & Ethelene Holt, George & Marian Hamblin, Joe & Louise Simpson, Allen & Helga Willie, and Vaughn & Donnel Hansen.

Other instrumental members included DeLore Thurgood, David & Kay Gailey, Mark Palmer, George Smedley, and Elaine Nance. Their projects included writing an updated and all-inclusive history book about Syracuse’s heritage, as well as establishing a brick and mortar building to house donated collections. The Community of Syracuse: 1820 to 1995 (also known as “the blue book” at the museum) was eventually published in 1994 - the construction of a building, however, took more time to come to fruition.

The plan for the museum included a main brick building, a barn building to display the agricultural history of Syracuse, a paved parking lot, signage, and establishing the Syracuse Museum Foundation as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Fundraising efforts for covering costs lasted around six years and included Heritage Lane markers, donations via utility bills, and various events during Heritage Days. Between donations, both monetary and in-kind, in 2002

it cost almost $400,000 to construct the museum. Later, Max Waite’s barbershop (June 2006) and the Wilcox cabin (April 2003) would be added on to form a museum complex. Many businesses and clubs donated their time, products, and money to early efforts.

The museum has grown in the last twenty years since its ribboncutting ceremony on May 10, 2002.

New exhibits, incredible artifacts, technological advances, and a robust online presence encompasses the changes experienced here. In 2019, the museum’s name changed from “Syracuse Museum & Cultural Center” to the “Syracuse Regional Museum.”

This was done to accommodate the history of the surrounding areas, and as our mission statement puts it quite eloquently, “The Syracuse Regional Museum interacts with the history, settlement, and life along the Great Salt Lake.” Expect more changes in the future; we have some big plans on the horizon, including historical markers around Syracuse and updating our veteran’s section to include those who served during the Cold War. While many of these original founding members are long gone, their legacy continues within the walls of the Syracuse Regional Museum. As the current curator and caretaker of Syracuse’s history, I only hope that the work my volunteers and I accomplish will make our predecessors proud.

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IN or OUT

The latest in design trends

BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY

People are spending more time than ever in their homes. The emergence and popularity of remote work is keeping some at home for even their working hours. When schools close temporarily, the home becomes the classroom for children. More and more people are opting to order in rather than eat out, turning their own dining rooms into personal restaurants.

That’s why home design is more important than ever: people are greatly influenced by an environment. The colors of the wall can influence moods, furniture can give the appearance of a more spacious room, and lights can bring warmth and welcome. Often, one can’t appreciate good design until they suffer living in badly designed homes. Instead of experiencing the positive influences, they only know the flip side of the coin.

Goodbye white!

Bold colors are in!

DESIGN TREND IN:

k Sculptural architecture, sculptural lighting, sculptural furniture k Shades of brown

k -The super minimalistic look: all-white everything, no clutter etc. It has been really popular, but it seems like people are tiering of the all-white everything.

k Round, curved shapes

k Chef’s kitchens

k Antique and vintage pieces

k Nature-inspired textures, wallpaper, and furniture k Italian plaster

k Dual purpose rooms

k Up-and-coming artwork k Bold colors

k Mixing materials (especially leather) Vintage pieces are being used more.

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DESIGN TREND OUT:

k Only natural colors - add some bold colors too k Over lighting

k Weighty frames

k Crowded showers k Open-floor plans

k Non-functional decor k Boxy sofas

On the following pages, you’ll find helpful info from local home and garden experts.

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FIND YOUR TRUE COLORS Our client's new home is truly a work of art Calming Sophistication defines Evergreen Fog the 2022 Sherwin Williams Color of the Year. “Evergreen Fog inspires us to begin again and is a great choice for modern interior and exteriors,” said Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing at Sherwin Williams, in a recent Forbes article.

Whether looking at Evergreen Fog by SherwinWilliams, October Mist by Benjamin Moore, Guacamole by Glidden, or Olive Sprig by PPG, they are all a shade of green. A quick google search will tell you that the psychology behind the color green evokes powerful emotions of hopefulness, comfort, forgiveness, tranquility, and growth. The strong connection to these colors could be society’s need for healing and growth, given the worldwide pandemic that made us feel so stagnant.

“We are seeing much more focus on the natural color palettes when it comes to color selections,” says Heather Bremer, owner of HB Design. “Evergreen Fog is a very versatile color for a home’s exterior because is pairs nicely with white and gray or it can go with a cream or brown for a warmer look.” HB Designs is the exclusive designer for Aspire and Ovation Homes in Northern Utah. All clients who build with Aspire or Ovation Homes have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with Heather

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to create a personalized design. “We are one of the few remaining builders that give clients the ability to personalize their home without the expense of building a custom home,” states Laurie Myers, the Chief Operations Officer for Ovation Homes. “Working with a designer is very important to our client’s journey as they conceptualize what their new home will be like. Our design team guides them through the color selections to make sure they are building a home that will be personalized for them but still have the market appeal that protects their investment. “ “Veri Peri is the Pantone color for 2022 that is a beautiful shade of Periwinkle,” states Bremer, “but it is also a color that could draw a definite opinion if not used appropriately. I would consider using this color as an accent wall in a kitchen but would probably stay away from using it on an exterior.” Aspire and Ovation Homes encourage their clients to interact online with their plan design software to start personalizing their home before they meet with a community agent. “We like the phrase, Dream, Do, Live, and choosing your plan and colors is the first step.”

Aspire and Ovation Homes currently have homes available in West Point and West Haven Utah. Visit them at aspirehomesutah. com or ovationhomesutah.com.

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NEW HOME COMMUNITIES

75+ YEARS LATER, WE ARE STILL A FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS Two years after returning from serving in WWII, Wayne T. Smedley joined with his brother Dale in establishing “Smedley Plumbing and Heating” of Syracuse, UT. Since

our humble beginnings over 75 years ago, Smedleys has helped our friends, family, and neighbors all over the Wasatch Front be as comfortable as possible in their homes by combining cutting edge HVAC and plumbing technology, old school quality craftsmanship, and ethical/professional business practices to provide Utah homeowners the very best solutions to make their homes perfectly comfortable.

Over 75 years later, and generation after generation, we hold strong to our roots planted in 1947. Smedleys is still a locally owned and operated family affair. From our founders to our 2nd, 3rd, and 4th generation of family still currently working in the business, all the way to our adopted family who choose to work with us on the Smedley team, we pride ourselves on being the best name in service.

Did you know that the first residential air conditioning unit was first installed in 1914? It was seven feet (yes, feet) tall, six feet wide, and 20 feet long! It cost, at the time, the equivalent of $120,000.00 (adjusted for inflation) in today’s dollars!

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Luckily, starting in 1947, breakthroughs in technology would change all that. Suddenly, air conditioning units became more compact and dramatically less expensive. Growing in popularity, by the end of 1947, there were around 43,000 airconditioning units in use in the United States. Today, 87% of American households have some form of air conditioning.

Current innovations in both the plumbing and HVAC fields, have helped make it so your home has never been able to feel more affordably comfortable.

Seeing the HVAC technology changes in 1947, our founders recognized the great potential for the new, more affordable, more practical technology and how it would dramatically change home comfort. Smedley Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning was formed the same year in Syracuse Utah and continues to serve the Wasatch Front today. Just like our beginnings over 75 years ago, you can count on Smedleys to be at the forefront of the technological and mechanical innovations that keep your home as comfortable as possible and to provide those solutions at a fair and honest price.

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MAKE YOUR LAWN THRIVE! “We have had the greenest and most plush lawn of our entire adult lives the last two years. We tried all the do-it-yourself fertilizer programs and tried to stay on top of the weeds on our own for 20 years. Our yard was nice, it was mostly green, but it wasn’t plush, and the weed battle was nonstop! However, since we have met Zach, Roxanne, and the team at Green Castle, our grass has been awesome and the weed free despite only being able to water a couple of times a week because of the drought. We love our Green Castle Lawn Care.” -loyal Green Castle customer Unlike many of the traditional lawn care programs found today, Green Castle takes an approach more like what many golf courses and sports turf managers follow.

Most of the traditional lawn care programs rely on quickrelease products for quick results. Most times, this isn’t what is best for your lawn and can actually make lawns “top heavy,” meaning they are not as healthy as the top layer might temporarily show. If you treat lawns right, you will treat not only the grass but the roots and the soil for longlasting, healthy, plush lawns and prevent weeds and many diseases in your area.

The most popular option is their six-step program. It starts with an early spring application and a late spring application; both contain balanced fertilizer application and crabgrass, pre-emergent, and broadleaf weed control. Then perform two

summer applications, both with summer fertilizer application and broadleaf weed control, followed by the fall/winter treatments that help prepare your lawn for overwintering and the next year. An additional service they provide is pest control, which can protect your lawn against grub damage and protect your homes from pesky, bothersome insects such as spiders and ants.

Obviously, problems can still arise, and Green Castle encourages their customers to communicate if problems occur. Remember, Green Castle only sees your lawn fivesix times per year; you see it every day. If problems are caught early, they are able to take care of them quickly. A great lawn only happens with great communication between you and Green Castle.

Zach, the owner of Green Castle, told me that if you really want the best lawn, you should have a soil test done, which runs $20-40. The results from this test will arm you and Green Castle with the information needed for the best treatment for your lawn. He also indicated that mowing properly includes leaving the grass three inches tall in the heat of the summer and then dropping it down to one and a half inches in the fall before the snow comes will help you maintain a beautiful lawn.

This locally owned business has been in business for 20 years and has the expertise to get a lawn green and healthy. They know the right formulas for your area and how to make your lawn thrive!

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ROOF CARE

OIL CHANGE FOR YOUR ROOF We don’t even question it. We get oil changes for our vehicles. Without clean oil, things get messed up in an engine. Asphalt shingles are similar. They are a

petroleum-based product that is designed to protect your home. Over time, the natural oils evaporate and dry out, which makes the shingles less flexible; they become brittle and lose their top protective granule coating.The asphalt also becomes less sticky, which means they don’t hold together as well and the water proofing can become compromised.

Eventually, you will have to replace them, but Roof Maxx® can get you extra time and save you money!

We call Roof Maxx® the oil change for shingles. Roof Maxx® is a soy methyl ester compound that is an all-natural bio oil made from soybean oil. When sprayed on asphalt shingles, it absorbs into the shingle and replenishes the oils that have dried out over time. This rejuvenates the shingles and makes them perform like new again. In fact, studies show that older shingles perform at 75%-80% of a new shingle after a Roof Maxx treatment. They are flexible, sticky, and hold on to the protective coating better after treatment. This renewal will last for at least five years guaranteed, and shingles will take up to three treatments before needing to be replaced.

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Because roofmaxx is 75%-80% cheaper than a new roof, it will save you money. Plus, Roof Maxx® comes with a five-year warranty and is transferable to new owners if you sell your house. This keeps thousands of pounds of roof waste out of the landfill, all while saving you money. With the increase in construction material costs, now is the perfect time to focus on maintaining your roof instead of replacing it.

Roof Maxx of Ogden is your local dealership. If your roof is seven years old or older, you may qualify for Roof Maxx® treatment. We offer a free assessment and inspection. We also offer a roof tune-up which includes reinserting backed out nails, tarring or siliconing gaps and potential leak spots, and replacing pipe vent weather collars. We can even complete small repairs, like replacing shingles that have torn off. Our goal is to help your roof last as long as possible, saving you money.

Roof Maxx is an amazing breakthrough in roofing maintenance technology that will help your roof last longer and protect what matters most within the walls of your home.

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SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES

SHOP LOCAL! Syracuse City has been a great place for Rentmeister Total Home Service to do business since opening our doors in 1968. What a great place to live, work, and play!

That’s why we encourage all our fellow citizens to shop local and support the businesses that make Syracuse such a great city.

Did you know that for every $100 you spend at locally owned businesses, $73 will remain in your community? Compare that to the same $100 spent at a non-locally owned business, where only $43 remains in the local economy. Recent research from Civic Economics indicates that local eateries return nearly 79 percent of revenues to the community, compared to just over 30 percent for chain restaurants. When profits stay local, it increases the community’s wealth, tax revenue, and standard of living. Shopping in a local business district means less costly infrastructure, less required maintenance, and more money available to beautify your community. Also, spending locally instead of online ensures that your sales taxes are reinvested where they benefit you the most — in your community!

customers and the events in their community.

Locally owned businesses pick the items and products they sell based on what they know you like and want. Local businesses carry a wider array of unique products because they buy for their own individual markets Our community is growing, and if we want our community to continue to develop in a positive manner, we have to offer something that other communities don’t. Our local business scene is something that’s unique to Syracuse for travelers and provides quality and convenience for residents. Local shopping is crucial to our continued growth because the success of local businesses attracts and encourages other entrepreneurs to start local businesses, which leads to more jobs and revenue recirculating throughout our community.

So, the next time you’re out and about in this wonderful city of ours, take a minute to stop in at a local business and support those who support our community.

Local business owners know you, and you know them. You are their friends and neighbors; giving locally owned businesses a vested interest in knowing how to serve you. They’re passionate about what they do for their community. Studies have shown that local businesses donate to community causes at more than twice the rate of chains because they are familiar with their

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Below the lofty mountains Toward the shimmering Salty Sea, Lies a land of glorious promise It’s a place I long to be With its broad fields and its meadows Nestled ‘neath a sheltered vale Lies my home–a land of promise Keep me always on the trail.

Oh! It’s Syracuse and home again In this sheltered land of God Shall I live with joy unchanging May my feet forever trod.

This poem is from the History of Syracuse book that’s available at the Syracuse Museum.

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any hit the gym, watch what they eat, and otherwise closely monitor their physical fitness. What about the foundation of the body: our skeletal system?

“I no longer have Osteopenia in my left hip. I am back to normal bone density, and I also saw an increase in my spine and right hip. Thanks, OsteoStrong!”

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Every single year, human bones deteriorate by about 1%. Younger and younger patients are getting diagnosed with osteoporosis and other bone density issues. That’s why clients from teenagers to 90-yearolds are visiting OsteoStrong at 1013 West and 2700 South in Syracuse for their osteogenic loading machines.

These machines are a rehabilitative method to improve bone density and even prevent bone fractures.

Now, the word “rehab” might conjure up painful images of physical therapy exercises, but visiting OsteoStrong is easier and simpler than a gym workout.

First, clients stretch for about two minutes. Once seated in one of the machines, which is similar to a squat machine, the skeletal system takes on a load at the very edge of mechanical failure without

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any pain. This light exercise– which won’t ever leave you sore–triggers the brain to make bones stronger. In total, it only takes 20 minutes!

“We like to say it’s the ultimate biohack,” managers Stacie and Heather Olsen say.

“It’s a way to strengthen your foundation naturally, and the brain does all the work!”

Here are some testimonials from their clients: Judy M: I no longer have Osteopenia in my left hip. I am back to normal bone density, and I also saw an increase in my spine and right hip. Thanks, OsteoStrong! #JudyStrong Diane P: I have increased 9% in my spine and 3% in my hips.

OsteoStrong was the only thing I changed. #DianeStrong This is the perfect conditioning for young athletes, patients suffering from osteoporosis, and those with joint replacements.

Strengthening the bone density helps adhere to the nuts and bolts of an artificial replacement.

You might be wondering why you haven’t heard of this before; you’re not alone!

Many are familiar with osteoporosis, but not with its treatments. Even doctors only really know how to treat bone density issues with medicine.

Now, there’s a solution beyond calcium and vitamin D supplements. Don’t be mistaken: the benefits behind osteogenic loading have actually been known for over a century.

This month, you can expect to celebrate this bone treatment by coming in for a free session. Mention this ad and receive a free month of red light PEMF and Compression therapy!

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This light exercise–which won’t ever leave you sore–triggers the brain to make bones stronger.

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PHOTO LOCATIONS:

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If you are a photographer or a “wannabe” like me, you probably know that we are blessed with amazing photo locations here in Utah.

the perfect “golden hour” right as the sun sets. I also like to have two locations for every shoot. The best locations have multiple back drops in one spot.

When we have special events coming up for one of our kids, like a dance or graduation, one of my favorite things to do is to have that child completely ready for pictures and drive around just looking for great spots. I have taken the coolest pictures next to doors, buildings, walls, or open fields by simply being open to what I see in that moment.

Be respectful and honor private property.

One time, I was taking pictures of my friend’s family next to this really cool old barn (it is no longer there). My friend got permission to take pictures from the family that owned the barn.

She told me that photographer’s would walk into the owners back yard without asking. They didn’t mind them using the barn for their backdrop but hated when people didn’t ask. Please make sure to be respectful. Ask for permission if it’s on private property. Clean up any trash that you bring in. This will help keep these locations available for years to come.

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When I was 27 years old, Ryan bought me a used DSLR camera for my birthday. I fell in love with photography and started to see potential photo locations everywhere I went.

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When I take dance pictures for my teens, I love to find cool walls or barns to snap pictures by. If walls or buildings are facing the right way, they create a shadow that makes the lighting ideal. It is easier to work with and stays that way longer, unlike trying to time pictures for

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FOOD BOUQUETS Edible Fruit Bouquet

BY MELISSA SPELTS

Edible fruit bouquets can be a fun center piece for any party. Honestly, I was surprised by how much our children liked this arrangement. My brain started thinking of more fruits that would be fun in this bouquet.

Needed items: basket, pot, or container floral foam, wooden skewers Fruits I used in my arrangement: grapes, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, kiwi, and raspberries.

Bacon Rose Bouquet

BY KRISTINA CASE

1 pack thick-cut bacon 1 bunch fake roses toothpicks brown sugar Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with foil.

Start by removing flower petals from the fake flowers until you’re left with a bare,

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We’re so happy spring is here; we are celebrating with food bouquets! These creative bundles make a great gift or unique way to display food at a party as a centerpiece.

empty stem. Depending on your fake roses, you might need to insert a piece of toothpick in the middle to hold up the bacon roses.

Take a strip of bacon, and, starting at one end, roll it up tightly to form a rosette and dip top in brown sugar. Secure the roll with two toothpicks, as close to the bottom of one end as you can, to form a cross. Place the rose on a wire rack on top of a foil-lined tray. Repeat with all the bacon.

Bake 25 minutes, until they are well cooked and have a good color. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Once cool, blot excess grease off and take each rose and wiggle it onto a stem.

Repeat until the whole bunch is complete.

Chicken Nugget Bouquet

BY JENNY GOLDSBERRY

20 chicken nuggets 20 waffle fries 5-10 skewers You can make some chicken nuggets by cutting up a chicken breast into 1-inch pieces. Then, whisk up an egg to dunk the chicken nuggets into and immediately

roll the chicken nuggets in a mixture of flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Dip the chicken nugget in egg again and dip it into some breadcrumbs. You have the option to fry them up in oil on the stove or bake them in the oven at 400 degrees.

Waffle fries are also pretty easy. Just slice two potatoes lengthwise about ¼ inch. Take those slices and put a skewer on each side. The skewers will keep you from slicing through the potato all the way through. Make slits widthwise and then flip the slice over. Make diagonal slits on that other side. Now, when you stretch out the slice, you’ll see that classic waffle shape. Soak your fries in cold water to make them extra crisp. Coat your fries in salt and corn starch. Then, you can fry them in oil or bake them in your oven. You can always buy your fries and nuggets from any fast-food restaurant.

Take your skewers and start stabbing through the fries first, about halfway down. Those will be your “leaves.” Then, stick several nuggets on top of your fries to be your “flowers.”

Get yourself a vase to display your skewers. The bottoms of the skewers aren’t very sightly, so I added some licorice to the base to add some flare. continued on page 28

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Fireweed

Young shoots can be cooked like asparagus, while young leaves can be used in salads and steeped for tea. The pith of the stem can be used to flavor and thicken stews and soups.

Camas were harvested in large quantities by Native Americans and stored for winter use. Bulbs were eaten raw or cooked.

Blue Camas

Indian Paintbrush The blossoms of Indian paintbrush are reported to be edible but may accumulate selenium if growing in selenium-rich soils. Selenium is a trace mineral that is good for us, but too much of it can lead to poisoning.

Grazing animals have been poisoned by ingesting forages grown on seleniferous soils that have accumulated selenium in relatively high concentrations. Soils containing high concentrations of selenium are commonly found in many parts of the world, including the western United States.* Based off my research, I don’t think you will be able to tell how much selenium is in the soil by instinct or the five senses alone. You probably won’t be any smarter after grabbing a handful of soil and wistfully staring into the distance as it falls back to the ground. Perhaps the Indian paintbrushes should be left for the bees.

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Plantain

Young common plantain leaves are edible and nutritious.

It is rich in vitamins A, C, and K. The leaves and juice have been widely used to treat insect bites, rashes, sunburn, blisters, burns, and cuts.

FORAGING FLOWERS You can eat some of these!

BY HAILEY MINTON

Aside from the Indian paintbrush, the flowers themselves aren’t necessarily edible. The flowers do serve as a way to identify these plants you can eat. The information here, unless otherwise indicated, came from the Utah State University Extension Field Guide: Wildflowers & Other Herbaceous Plants of Utah Rangelands. The digital version of the book is free online, so if you’re serious about foraging, look it up to help you make sure you’re identifying your plant species correctly. Also, keep others in mind as you forage. Try not to take away from the scenery other visitors will enjoy along the trails.

The seeds of the Lewis flax are very nutritious and edible when cooked. They have a pleasant, nutty taste.

Lewis Flax Find the online Field Guide here: digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent. cgi?article=2768&context=extension_curall *T. Zane Davis, Jeffery O. Hall, in Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology (Second Edition), 2017

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