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Saturday, May 9, 2020
Domestic abuse has not stopped
To the Editor,
As we begin to return to normal life and strive to safely reopen our state, it is important to remember the nuances and the difficulties this situation has created for many of our neighbors.
Abuse has not stopped while we face this public crisis.
For those among us already living in abusive relationships, economic anxiety, sickness and uncertainty only exacerbate an already dangerous situation. This is made all the more difficult as social distancing threatens to cut us off from friends, family and social ties – people a survivor might normally turn to.
That is why we as a community must make the extra effort to check on and support our loved ones. We must make sure they are safe and if they need help, get them connected to help.
For those that need support, there are still options available.
CAPSA has been working to adapt our services to the needs this crisis has created. Our Therapy and Casework services are being offered online through encrypted channels to ensure clients and survivors still have access to necessary support.
However, not everyone has the opportunity to reach out.
CAPSA’s Therapists stand ready to work with both survivors and secondary survivors – those supporting a loved one who has faced abuse – to provide support, advice, and help lift up families through this crisis.
If you are experiencing abuse first hand, or struggling to support someone who is, and need somewhere to turn for help, CAPSA can help. Please, call our Support Line at 435-753-2500 to find out how.
Bryce Lancaster |Service Awareness Educator
p. 435.753.2500 | c. 828.406.4005| bryce@capsa.org
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Garden City Fire District Board meeting
Leonard O’Reilly, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
GARDEN CITY, Utah. May 6th, 2020 The Garden City Fire Board met and
Randall Knight presided with all members present.
Even though last month's meeting was cancelled, there was very little to discuss.
Chief Wahlberg gave a construction update on the addition. He said the insulation was installed and the sheetrock should be completed this month along most of the siding. The boat will also be put in the water this month in preparation for the summer.
The responses for two months were:
4 - Medical calls
1 - Carbon Monoxide call
1 - Brush pile fire
4 - Fire alarms
Rich Civic Times
GARDEN CITY, Utah. May 6th, 2020 The Garden City Fire Board met and
Randall Knight presided with all members present.
Even though last month's meeting was cancelled, there was very little to discuss.
Chief Wahlberg gave a construction update on the addition. He said the insulation was installed and the sheetrock should be completed this month along most of the siding. The boat will also be put in the water this month in preparation for the summer.
The responses for two months were:
4 - Medical calls
1 - Carbon Monoxide call
1 - Brush pile fire
4 - Fire alarms
Mary Louise Brown Larson 1922 - 2020
Mary Louise Brown Larsen, age 97, passed away Monday, May 4, 2020 in Bountiful, Utah. She was a loving example of patience, courage, and "hanging in there".
Mary was born at home on July 2, 1922 in Woodruff, Utah to Mae C. Richards and Mariner S. Brown. She was the third of six children. Growing up, she had a wonderful childhood. She learned to work hard on a ranch milking cows, gathering eggs, and scatter-raking hay on a horse without a saddle, wearing a skirt. Although she did her outside chores, her favorite work was in the house cooking and baking bread. A time she particularly remembered with fondness was when her youngest brother Ken was born when she was sixteen. She took care of her baby brother while her mother recovered from being very ill following giving birth.
In school, Mary's favorite subject was spelling. She also loved English and Home Economics. Mary had exceptional handwriting, a talent she had throughout her life. She also enjoyed music and played the trumpet for four years at South Rich High School and in the Kemmerer, Wyoming band.
A special highlight of Mary's youth was belonging to the Baby Beef-4H Club where she was able to take her show calf "Herbie" to the 1939 World's Fair in San Francisco. She won 2nd prize!
Following high school, Mary moved to Ogden to attend Weber College. She worked various jobs in Ogden, including making milkshakes at the USO, before moving to Salt Lake. Following WWII, Mary met a cute guy and wonderful dancer by the name of Burton Larsen at the Coconut Grove. "We danced our legs off" and the rest was history. Mary and Burt were married on September 19, 1946 in the Salt Lake Temple.
Mary and Burt resided in the Millcreek area of Salt Lake for 68 years raising three daughters. Mary was a wonderful mother and was an excellent cook. Her bottled peaches, pears and jam were of blue-ribbon quality, and her legendary butterscotch cookies were among the best.
She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served others throughout her life. Her favorite was singing in the Wilford Ward Choir. In her later years, she loved watching Music and the Spoken Word, Lawrence Welk, and listening to Jim Jensen play his accordion at Legacy House. The spirit communicated to her through song.
Her last 2 ½ years were spent at Legacy House of Bountiful where she gained wonderful friends and loved playing BINGO. She loved the staff there with all her heart.
Some of her favorite sayings: "I couldn't ask for better"; "Howdy, howdy!"; "Bless you", "Thanks a million" and "I'm hanging in there". The family expresses their love and gratitude to Legacy House and Symbii Home Health and Hospice for the wonderful care they provided Mary. They changed her life.
Mary is survived by 3 daughters,10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren as follows:
Jeanie Bowers: Russ (Erin), Isaac, Anna, Ella; Rick (Brittany), Brooklyn, Carson, Brandon, Allie; John (Samantha), Preston Patti (Joe) Scott: Jenni (Kirstin); Brad (Heather), Jackson, Addison, Mckenzie; Greg (Devin); Justin Shari (Mark) Gibbons: Michelle (Alex) Brownell, Gracie, Grant, Gregory; Lisa (Jim) Trythall, Luke, Vinson, Robby, Sierra; Heidi (Matt) Jackson. She is also survived by her youngest brother Ken (DeeAnne) Brown of Randolph, UT. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burt, son-in-law Scott Bowers, her parents, and four siblings: Helen Dean, George Brown, Lawrence Brown, and Eileen Memory.
Because of COVID-19, a private viewing and graveside service was held on Friday, May 8, 2020 for immediate family only. Later, on a date to be announced when conditions allow, there will be a celebration of life for extended family. Thanks to Bountiful Russon Mortuary for their exceptional care.
In school, Mary's favorite subject was spelling. She also loved English and Home Economics. Mary had exceptional handwriting, a talent she had throughout her life. She also enjoyed music and played the trumpet for four years at South Rich High School and in the Kemmerer, Wyoming band.
A special highlight of Mary's youth was belonging to the Baby Beef-4H Club where she was able to take her show calf "Herbie" to the 1939 World's Fair in San Francisco. She won 2nd prize!
Following high school, Mary moved to Ogden to attend Weber College. She worked various jobs in Ogden, including making milkshakes at the USO, before moving to Salt Lake. Following WWII, Mary met a cute guy and wonderful dancer by the name of Burton Larsen at the Coconut Grove. "We danced our legs off" and the rest was history. Mary and Burt were married on September 19, 1946 in the Salt Lake Temple.
Mary and Burt resided in the Millcreek area of Salt Lake for 68 years raising three daughters. Mary was a wonderful mother and was an excellent cook. Her bottled peaches, pears and jam were of blue-ribbon quality, and her legendary butterscotch cookies were among the best.
She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and served others throughout her life. Her favorite was singing in the Wilford Ward Choir. In her later years, she loved watching Music and the Spoken Word, Lawrence Welk, and listening to Jim Jensen play his accordion at Legacy House. The spirit communicated to her through song.
Her last 2 ½ years were spent at Legacy House of Bountiful where she gained wonderful friends and loved playing BINGO. She loved the staff there with all her heart.
Some of her favorite sayings: "I couldn't ask for better"; "Howdy, howdy!"; "Bless you", "Thanks a million" and "I'm hanging in there". The family expresses their love and gratitude to Legacy House and Symbii Home Health and Hospice for the wonderful care they provided Mary. They changed her life.
Mary is survived by 3 daughters,10 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren as follows:
Jeanie Bowers: Russ (Erin), Isaac, Anna, Ella; Rick (Brittany), Brooklyn, Carson, Brandon, Allie; John (Samantha), Preston Patti (Joe) Scott: Jenni (Kirstin); Brad (Heather), Jackson, Addison, Mckenzie; Greg (Devin); Justin Shari (Mark) Gibbons: Michelle (Alex) Brownell, Gracie, Grant, Gregory; Lisa (Jim) Trythall, Luke, Vinson, Robby, Sierra; Heidi (Matt) Jackson. She is also survived by her youngest brother Ken (DeeAnne) Brown of Randolph, UT. She was preceded in death by her husband, Burt, son-in-law Scott Bowers, her parents, and four siblings: Helen Dean, George Brown, Lawrence Brown, and Eileen Memory.
Because of COVID-19, a private viewing and graveside service was held on Friday, May 8, 2020 for immediate family only. Later, on a date to be announced when conditions allow, there will be a celebration of life for extended family. Thanks to Bountiful Russon Mortuary for their exceptional care.
Monday, May 4, 2020
Reflections on the Journey
Ed Note: Introducing a new columnist for RCTonline. Leslie struggles with brain chemistry issues and is sharing her amazing journey as a wonderful wife, mother, friend and colleague.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
By Leslie Scott
We all know I haven't been quiet about my struggles, and as I've said before, I've been blown away by the number of people that have shared their own personal struggles with me. Mental Health is real, and something I don't take lightly.
The first time I saw my Dr. I asked him to tell me why. Why was this happening, why now, why me? His answer was, "I have no idea." Great! Thanks....super helpful! But then he said, "I can give you the tools to help you think more clearly, but YOU have to figure out the why."
My husband and I have thought a lot about this over the last few months. Trying to find triggers that might make things spiral out of control. We haven't found too many reasons why, but we have found a few solutions that have slowed the spiral.
1. Routine: I am huge on routine in my personal life. My morning and nighttime routines are always the same. At night, I always wash my face, brush my teeth, fill up my diffuser with my favorite bedtime blend, and put lotion on my feet. There are no exceptions. And they always go in that order. I have control!
2. Exercise: I am so much better able to handle things that come my way mentally when I am physically strong. It helps me to clear my head. Some mornings are intense, and some mornings I just walk. But either way, I'm moving.
3. Smells: I have found that I'm a very aromatic person. Certain smells help me in different ways. When I take a bath, there is always a calming scent mixed in. Lavender and water mint are my favorite bath time smells. Lotions with coconut smell help to carry me through the day. And lavender and sandalwood at night help me to sleep.
4. Someone to squeeze me tight: There are times when my husband just has to hold me tight in his arms. If he's not around, a hug from one of my kids will do. When I sleep at night, I always have a heavier blanket on me. Not because I'm cold, but because it's comforting.
5. A listening ear: Some mornings, I just unload on my gym partner. And she just listens. But as I say things out loud, I find that I start to think them through better. It's my own personal therapy.
What things have you found that help you?
May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
By Leslie Scott
We all know I haven't been quiet about my struggles, and as I've said before, I've been blown away by the number of people that have shared their own personal struggles with me. Mental Health is real, and something I don't take lightly.The first time I saw my Dr. I asked him to tell me why. Why was this happening, why now, why me? His answer was, "I have no idea." Great! Thanks....super helpful! But then he said, "I can give you the tools to help you think more clearly, but YOU have to figure out the why."
My husband and I have thought a lot about this over the last few months. Trying to find triggers that might make things spiral out of control. We haven't found too many reasons why, but we have found a few solutions that have slowed the spiral.
1. Routine: I am huge on routine in my personal life. My morning and nighttime routines are always the same. At night, I always wash my face, brush my teeth, fill up my diffuser with my favorite bedtime blend, and put lotion on my feet. There are no exceptions. And they always go in that order. I have control!
2. Exercise: I am so much better able to handle things that come my way mentally when I am physically strong. It helps me to clear my head. Some mornings are intense, and some mornings I just walk. But either way, I'm moving.
3. Smells: I have found that I'm a very aromatic person. Certain smells help me in different ways. When I take a bath, there is always a calming scent mixed in. Lavender and water mint are my favorite bath time smells. Lotions with coconut smell help to carry me through the day. And lavender and sandalwood at night help me to sleep.
4. Someone to squeeze me tight: There are times when my husband just has to hold me tight in his arms. If he's not around, a hug from one of my kids will do. When I sleep at night, I always have a heavier blanket on me. Not because I'm cold, but because it's comforting.
5. A listening ear: Some mornings, I just unload on my gym partner. And she just listens. But as I say things out loud, I find that I start to think them through better. It's my own personal therapy.
What things have you found that help you?
Two state crime spree
Bobbie Bicknell Coray, Reporter
Rich Civic Times
RANDOLPH, Utah. May 28, 2020. According to some of the victims, at least two men stole a car in Tremonton, Utah, then drove to Dee’s Service in Laketown, Utah, Monday morning at 1:20 a.m. where they broke in and stole merchandise and the donation box for “Make A Wish”.
After Dee’s they seem to have driven to Fish Haven stopping at a private residence of an elderly woman to try to get in. Fortunately her daughter was staying with her that night and frightened the men away. Moving on to Fish Haven and the Bear Bottom Country Store, they broke the glass door and stole merchandise and destroyed property.
Owner Debbie Chandler said, “It has been 24 hours since hearing the news we had been broken into also. One of them has been caught as of yesterday. It has created stress and anxiety for everyone involved. These thieves have invaded our privacy and destroyed our property. I would like to thank our amazing employees for offering their time to help clean up the mess. Bear Lake County Sheriff’s department has been helpful and hopefully the others will be caught and brought to justice. Doors and windows can be fixed. The beer, wine, cigarettes and chips stolen can be replaced. The feeling of disrespect and invasion of privacy will linger in our hearts for a long time.”
After creating havoc in Fish Haven, they sped to Layton where they crashed the stolen car.
Kris Hodges of Dee’s wrote, “He's been caught!!! Thank you Rich County Sheriff's Office and Bear Lake County Sheriff's office and all other law enforcement involved! We also appreciate all of the help from our friends! We are so grateful for all of you.”
As of Friday only one was in custody. Deputy Rob Pelto, Bear Lake County Sheriff’s office, was unable to comment on the case as it involves at least four jurisdictions and two states.
If you have any information please contact Rich County Sheriff’s Office.
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