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UDOT’s databases have not been compromised and this is part of a nation-wide scam You can report scams and suspicious communications to the Federal Trade Commission The Utah Department of Transportation will close Interstate 15 in Davis County for up to five nights this week to continue placing beams on a new I-15 interchange in Farmington I-15 between 200 North and Park Lane will be closed in both directions overnight during the following dates and times:  Crews have five more beams to place on the new bridge at Shepard Lane Drivers should plan for heavy travel delays in the area during the closures Nearby residents may experience increased noise truck traffic and vibration throughout this work.  UDOT is building a new interchange at Shepard Lane to reduce congestion and enhance safety in the area. Not only will the interchange cross over Union Pacific Railroad (UPRR) and Utah Transit Authority (UTA) tracks to create another connection to local roads this project will also improve pedestrian and bike connectivity along Park Lane and Legacy Parkway (SR-67). The new interchange is anticipated to open in late 2026.  Arts & Humanities By Marcus Jensen | May 02 After suffering an automobile accident that caused her to lose both her legs Sarah Frei had to figure out her life all over again Frei persevered and graduated with a bachelor's in Elementary Education from USU Kaysville 2020 seemed like a normal summer day for Sarah Frei and her friends They had just completed a weekend trip to Bear Lake and were returning home to Syracuse Frei and her friends were struck head-on by a drunk driver Frei was instantly paralyzed from the waist down and had suffered a pinched abdominal aorta Her legs were no longer getting any blood flow It took emergency workers more than an hour to reach Frei and her friends Frei was helicoptered to Primary Children’s Hospital It was determined that in order to save her life she would need to have both of her legs removed Frei left the hospital and had to reimagine her life and is a 2025 graduate in Elementary Education from Utah State University Kaysville Ever grateful to be alive and to have so much support from family and friends Frei is excited to enter her next chapter of life “It’s a bittersweet moment,” Frei said of graduating “I have loved attending USU and have made so many friends and memories I’ve been looking forward to graduating college and becoming a teacher for so long and the time is finally here This has been a goal of mine ever since I was in elementary school.” A member of the high school cheer and golf teams and an active socialite Frei had to figure out new ways to do the things that she loves She admits that her wheelchair poses physical challenges every day Yet she credits her family for their support for being a great support system “We all choose to stay positive despite the circumstances,” she said “I have such a great support system that will help me with anything I’m so grateful to have the family that I do and grateful for the life that I have.” Frei decided to come to USU in Logan after hearing about its excellent Elementary Education program helping them thrive and seeing them experience and understand new ideas While loving her experience on the main campus Frei decided she wanted to be closer to home as she navigated her circumstances and pursued her education She started taking courses online and through USU Kaysville It has allowed her to be home and take classes at her own pace “Sarah is a light to everyone who has the privilege to know her,” said Kristen Walton director of Student Services for the USU Brigham City Region “She has overcome many obstacles to get to this point She has been a personification of the Aggie Spirit and we are just so proud of what she has achieved “It is so gratifying to see that our local campus in Kaysville has allowed Sarah to thrive on her terms We certainly look forward to seeing her continue to make waves in the world following her graduation; we are certain that this is just the beginning for her.” Frei did her student teaching at Bluff Ridge Elementary and has worked with several mentors at USU She is grateful for all the professors who have taken an interest in not only her career She credits all of her elementary education teachers for taking an interest in her and wanting her to succeed “They have taught me about my future career and have given me a great experience and feel more confident in my ability to be a teacher,” Frei said “I felt very comfortable with them about I knew they genuinely cared about me and wanted to help in my education career and learning process.” Since her accident, Frei has continued to live her active lifestyle. She has been skydiving, wakeboarding, camping and more. She keeps a running virtual diary of her experiences on her Instagram page (strong.like.sarah) This page has allowed her to build a community of other wheelchair bound people She hopes she can be an inspiration to others that they can accomplish anything and find joy in life I want to inspire others to do what makes them happy and giving other people hope for their own future,” Frei said of her Instagram page “I want people to know that no matter what they’re going through they can find joy in doing new things and figuring out life in their own way.” Frei is looking forward to applying for teaching jobs in Davis County and to her upcoming marriage this summer Located in the center of Davis County, Utah State University Kaysville offers students the personalized attention and small class sizes of a small-town college with the resources of a large university. With degree options ranging from associate to doctorate degrees, plus technical education offerings, USU Kaysville offers programs that help fuel local economies and empower individuals and their communities. Learn more at kaysville.usu.edu USU Kaysville graduate Sarah Frei at the Logan Commencement ceremony on April 30 Frei graduated with a bachelor's in Elementary Education Frei started at USU in Logan in Elementary Education before finishing her degree at USU Kaysville Comments and questions regarding this article may be directed to the contact person listed on this page The new $7.6 million cultural facility will provide opportunity for engagement with NEHMA's collection of modern and contemporary American art "Headwaters: Sources of Wonder," an exhibition that features the field experiences of K-6 school children attending Edith Bowen Laboratory School is currently on display in the Lyndsley Wilkerson Gallery UNIVERSITY AFFAIRS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY HEALTH & WELLNESS KAYSVILLE — Get ready for headaches if you're used to driving in the wee hours of the morning on I-15 through Kaysville and Farmington The interstate will face several complete closures in the week to come in the two Davis County cities starting Friday night to accommodate the Utah Department of Transportation's Shepard Lane interchange project "We do everything we can to avoid closing I-15," said UDOT spokesman Mitch Shaw crews need to place beams across I-15 where Shepard Lane will cross it in the new roadway configuration necessitating the closures to safely accommodate the work The first closure of I-15 between 200 North in the heart of Kaysville south to Park Lane in Farmington The Shepard Lane project area is located between those two I-15 interchanges where the north end of Farmington and south side of Kaysville meet I-15 will face on-and-off closures through Kaysville and Farmington starting Friday to accommodate the Shepard Lane interchange project (Photo: Utah Department of Transportation)Northbound traffic will be detoured from the Park Lane exit in Farmington to U.S traffic will continue on Main Street through Kaysville to 200 North and then back onto I-15 Southbound traffic will take the same route the other way UDOT also said "alternating one-way traffic patterns" will be implemented on Shepard Lane Frontage Road and 1500 West where they meet in Farmington in the project area as early as Monday but UDOT also warns of delays traversing the section The change is expected to last through May UDOT is up front about the likely disruptions caused by the I-15 closures both to motorists and those who live along the detour route "Drivers should plan for heavy travel delays in the area during the closures truck traffic and vibration throughout this work," the agency said in a statement Shaw said similar I-15 closures are in the offing in May or June when the existing Shepard Lane bridge over I-15 is to be demolished crews will implement alternating one-way traffic patterns on Shepard Lane Frontage Road and 1500 West in Farmington to accommodate drainage work (Photo: Utah Department of Transportation)The $147.5 million Shepard Lane project calls for creation of an interchange where the roadway meets I-15 Shephard Lane will be shifted south slightly of its current trajectory over I-15 and the parallel rail line The roadway will connect on the west side of the interstate into 950 North thereby connecting the two north-south arterials UDOT says the new interchange and roadway configuration will reduce congestion and improve safety in the area UDOT also plans changes in the project area to enhance pedestrian and bicycle traffic The interchange work should be done by October with work on pedestrian pathways to continue into 2026 Interstate 15 in Kaysville and Farmington has been subject to several nighttime closures throughout the second half of April to help facilitate a new interchange project And according to the Utah Department of Transportation this will be the case for just a little bit longer I-15 between 200 North in Kaysville and Park Lane in Farmington will be subject to closures in all directions each night through Thursday from 10 p.m “Crews have five more beams to place on the new bridge at Shepard Lane Highway 89 and Main Street in Kaysville,” the release said “Drivers should plan for heavy travel delays in the area during the closures truck traffic and vibration throughout this work UDOT Senior Communications Manager Mitch Shaw told the Standard-Examiner earlier this month that the closures are part of the Shepard Lane interchange project “This new interchange will help alleviate congestion connect communities and improve safety for all modes of transportation,” he said a direct connection from 1500 West to the Shepard Lane interchange a new road between Innovator Drive and 1500 West (and) new shared-use facilities at Shepard Lane and Park Lane UDOT will also remove the existing Shepard Lane bridge at I-15 The interchange will improve walking and biking facilities over I-15 at Shepard Lane and along Park Lane “Multimodal improvements at Shepard Lane include the construction of a 10-foot shared-use trail on the north side of Shepard Lane and sidewalks on the south side Park Lane multimodal improvements include a new multimodal path connecting FrontRunner facilities on the west side of I-15 to Park Lane east of U.S The press release further notes that the construction schedule is dependent on the weather and could change again as conditions dictate The new interchange is anticipated to open in 2026 LLC | www.standard.net | 332 Standard Way KAYSVILLE, Utah (KUTV) — Authorities have identified the victim of a tree-cutting incident in Kaysville who died in the hospital as a result of his injuries Kaysville police said 49-year-old Santos Baudilio Lopez Perez was performing tree maintenance around 9:30 a.m Perez was reportedly harnessed to the tree and became suspended 30 feet in the air after falling from his ladder They immediately began life-saving measures while waiting for medics to arrive Perez was flown to the University of Utah Medical Center Utah — Southbound US-89 is closed currently due to a series of crashes caused by the colder weather in northern Utah there have been 23 vehicle crashes on that stretch of the roadway Six people were injured and one was taken to the hospital for further care Utah Highway Patrol has closed southbound US-89 from Kaysville to Farmington while they clean up from the crashes Northbound US-89 has lane closures as well Troopers say they believe the crashes are due to the ongoing weather Drivers are asked to take some extra time getting to where they need to be today Please select what you would like included for printing: Copy the text below and then paste that into your favorite email application where he raised his family and became a beloved figure in his community He was a man who found joy in the simplest of things whether it was a cup of coffee with his dogs or enjoying the strange and wonderful world of music His loved ones will remember his as being the most loyal and caring “son of a gun.” His warmth and genuine nature touched everyone he met and together they raised five children: Joe and he was a constant father who often went above and beyond to make sure his kids felt loved and supported and he was especially famous for embarrassing his kids by dressing like a clown at their little league football games infamous for shouting “Yee Yee Yee” a bit too loud from the sidelines  Dan was never one to take life too seriously Dan’s life was filled with moments of laughter—he  had an uncanny ability to bring joy to anyone in his presence meandering conversations with anyone who crossed his path Dan’s genuine kindness and sense of humor were a bright spot in the lives of all who knew him Dan will be missed by many in the Kaysville community He was a master at finding common ground with strangers and “shooting the breeze” for hours His knack for connection led to others feeling seen Interacting with Dan had an odd way of making life feel a little bit lighter and his paintings and creations reflected his vibrant personality and creative soul Dan had a passion to create beautiful abstract through watercolor and acrylic paint as well as some goofy wood figurines and fans to appreciate his unique perspective on the world Their unconditional love shaped the man he became He leaves behind a world that is a little brighter   A celebration of Dan’s life will be held Friday Family and friends may visit from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m at the mortuary prior to the service at the mortuary You were “a good timin’ man.” You’ll always be remembered for your jokes and the incredible joy you brought to this world ORDER VIDEOS Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors University Affairs By Marcus Jensen | April 21 Utah State University Brigham City, USU Tremonton and USU Kaysville are proud to have celebrated the class of 2025 on Friday April 18 as part of USU’s 138th Commencement The class of 2025 consists of 434 individuals earning 11 undergraduate and four graduate certificates and 129 associate “Tonight’s commencement is a great achievement for all our students,” said Dan Black USU associate vice president for the Brigham City Region “You graduates haven’t reached this milestone without the support of spouses friends and associates who have helped make this day possible.” The campuses celebrated graduates with a ceremony at Box Elder High School in Brigham City Black welcomed the graduates and introduced the student speakers chief executive officer & chief nursing officer at Brigham City Community Hospital The first student speaker was Jenny Gillen Garrard who is graduating with a master’s degree in social work Garrard began her speech reflecting on her own journey to graduation and invited her fellow graduates to reflect on their own journeys She then shared insights from her studies in social work about the true meaning of “happiness,” or leading a rich She challenged her fellow graduates to find their happiness along the journey “Happiness isn’t something to be obtained,” she said “It's something we make space to receive As you continue your journey—whether it’s in your career or in your own personal growth—may you find peace not in the pursuit of happiness but in embracing all that life has to offer knowing that the real joy– that rich and meaningful life– lies in the process itself.” The second student speech was from Emily Davies who received her bachelor’s degree in history with a minor in both criminal justice and political science Davies reflected on finding the educational pathway that best suited her She then encouraged graduates to find the next step on their journey isn’t our final chapter,” Davies said “It’s a powerful pause—a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and to look ahead with purpose Cottle briefly reflected on her own USU journey and congratulated the graduating class on their achievement She then offered counsel on what to do next “My advice to you today is this: find that niche in your life that gives you fulfillment and continue to learn and grow within that career,” she said “This isn't just about finding a job; it's about discovering a calling a passion that ignites your spirit and allows you to contribute your unique talents to the world.” Cottle encouraged the graduates to continue to be learners Smith then provided a short message and conferred upon the students their degrees Once the graduates received their diplomas president elect of the USU Alumni Advisory Board USU has announced a new Net Price Calculator — a modern mobile-friendly platform that helps students and families understand what they may pay to attend college The class of 2025 consists of 365 individuals earning 184 associate Utah (KUTV) — A man was found unconscious and suspended 30 feet in the air after a tree-cutting incident in Davis County Wednesday in an area near Ponds Park in Kaysville Doorbell video from across the street showed the man cutting into the tree with at least two people helping to direct it as it fell At one point the trunk gives way where the man was sawing It was not clear exactly what happen to the man or how he was hurt One neighbor told KUTV the man suffered a head injury The two people working with him on the ground rushed to give him aid Two people who were outside of a neighboring house also came to his aid Officials with the Kaysville Fire Department said they found the man unresponsive and suspended by his safety harness high above the ground “Our rope rescue technicians quickly set up a lowering system attaching the patient and safely bringing them to the ground,” officials said in a news release The man was transported by medical helicopter to the hospital in critical condition I had been nervous anyway - I had two neighbors in the last two days cutting down large trees and it concerned me there wasn’t a whole lot of apparatuses being used," said neighbor Richelle Pearce “My heart goes out to him I really hope his family will survive this,” she said Another neighbor shared video with KUTV of the medical helicopter taking off in front of his driveway The victim remains in critical condition and police has not yet released his identity Several additional agencies responded to the scene including the Layton and Farmington fire departments Kaysville and Bountiful police department and a crew from University of Utah AirMed KAYSVILLE — Kaysville officials are taking steps to reinvent the city's downtown hoping to boost business and activity in the core area The public funding sought to help with the long-term effort and I think it's going to make a difference in helping us revitalize our core," he said The plans have been in the works since 2021 and the broad vision is to encourage more retail augment walkability in the area and distinguish Kaysville's core area from other cities' commercial zones Kaysville — one of 15 cities packed into Davis County — has traditionally been a "bedroom" community will help bolster the city's commercial profile A 46-page document released last month outlines the broad parameters of the vision which would entail involvement of private property owners and private developers in addition to public projects that could include improvements to portions of Main Street The Kaysville City Center Reinvestment Area encompasses 261.5 acres in and around the city's historic center It extends west along 200 North to Flint Street and includes Flint Street northwesterly from 200 North to Flint Meadow Drive The purple area represents the focus area of a Kaysville downtown redevelopment proposal (Photo: Kaysville city)"The city has had very positive feedback on the proposed (reinvestment area) from other taxing entities," Christensen said While specific development initiatives would come later the city's general plan offers a hint of the vision the city hopes to lure more commercial and mixed-use development to the area and improve the streetscape and parking in the area "It will also focus on becoming a pedestrian friendly district and a place for the community to gather for events and activities," reads the general plan Public projects using tax-increment funds could include improvements to Main Street between 200 North and 100 South already studied by the Utah Department of Transportation installation of medians and "traffic calming" measures to slow auto speeds The photo shows envisioned upgrades to a portion of Main Street in Kaysville per a downtown redevelopment proposal Utah Department of Transportation)Additional possibilities creation of "public open space amenities" and development of a parking structure City officials hope to generate $5.17 million in all in tax-increment funds over the long haul including $3.19 million from Davis School District $1.07 million from the city of Kaysville and $589,400 from Davis County Tax-increment funding doesn't reduce property tax funds entering the coffers of public entities as it's based on new development the project won't require property tax hikes Creation of the reinvestment area "does not change the property tax levy and the Kaysville Redevelopment Agency does not have authority to set tax rates or levy property tax," Christensen said KAYSVILLE — A Davis County teacher reached the final rounds of a national teaching contest Sharie Scott, a third grade teacher at Kaysville’s Creekside Elementary School, was a quarterfinalist in the second annual America’s Favorite Teacher contest. She narrowly missed out on a semifinal berth, finishing second in her group because all teachers deserve it,” Scott told the Standard-Examiner Teaching has been a lifelong pursuit for Scott who began acting as a teacher for her siblings and cousins as a child growing up in Bountiful They gave me a desk and a chalkboard and let me do bulletin boards and all the things,” Scott said “Everyone that knew me knew I was going to be a teacher because I always was making them be the students.” Scott says her brother was her “guinea pig” student; it was not uncommon for her to give him extra assignments in addition to his actual homework one grandparent was a Jordan School District administrator while the other worked as a secretary to the superintendents family on her father’s side sold Blue Bird school buses throughout the region After having taught in person for the better part of two decades she moved from the classroom to online teaching with Davis Connect amid the pandemic; she was also raising young twins at the time Mere days before the start of the current school year she was informed that there would not be enough students for her to continue teaching virtually she returned to the classroom in a new school “I had to kind of reassess and redo everything I ended up at Creekside Elementary this year really hard kids that have just taught me so much and taught me so much about my own kids and vice versa,” she said “It has been just such a blessing and kind of a miraculous year My own kids are at another school just because I just want them where their friends are Scott says she’s proud of both big milestones and small victories She recalls raising money and delivering supplies for the building of a schoolhouse for a Peruvian orphanage She has also seen a student go from struggling to read a few words to reading more than 100 per minute Scott cites flexibility as the key to being successful as a teacher you have to be flexible because it’s always changing from day to day,” Scott said “Just seeing each kid for who and what they are and they all come with different strengths and different struggles.” America’s Favorite Teacher benefits The Planetary Society a nonprofit space organization “inspiring discovery through education and a passion for the cosmos,” according to a release the Utah Department of Transportation is closing a stretch of Interstate 15 in both directions every weeknight UDOT is building a new interchange at Shepard Lane in Farmington and construction crews are placing five beams on the bridge the freeway will be completely closed between 200 North in Kaysville and Park Lane in Farmington when the freeway won't reopen until 10 a.m Northbound traffic will be diverted onto US-89 in Farmington and southbound traffic will take a detour onto Main Street in Kaysville UDOT says the new interchange is expected to be completed in late 2026 It will cross over Union Pacific and Utah Transit Authority tracks to create a new connection from I-15 to local roads Officials also say it will "improve pedestrian and bike connectivity along Park Lane Utah (KUTV) — A hidden camera found in a private tanning room at a Kaysville gym has some of its members on edge Police said 68-year-old Kevin Dee Petersen has been accused of planting the device and now faces nearly three dozen felony charges for secretly recording dozens of people — one of them a child Police said they believe the camera was in place for about 2 days before it was discovered The shocking discovery was made by a gym member who took photos of the device and alerted both the gym and authorities After an investigation that began in mid-December Police said the camera was connected to the gym’s Wi-Fi shared their reactions after learning about the incident I don’t want to be looked at while I’m changing.” Both women say they have used the tanning booth where the camera was found a retired deputy chief of police and criminal justice professor “The fact that [the suspect] would sync it with the local Wi-Fi and use power and Wi-Fi supplies from the location shows intent,” Bertram said Police documents revealed Petersen initially denied involvement but later admitted to knowingly placing the camera VASA Fitness officials said they are taking steps to reassure members and prevent future incidents “VASA notified gym members when the camera was discovered An email was sent to all members of our Kaysville location member and team member safety and privacy is our top priority We have increased our surveillance of this area and will be conducting more frequent sweeps of not only the tanning areas but also locker rooms to help prevent future issues we ask for members’ help in notifying VASA team members immediately should they notice anything out of the ordinary or suspicious We want to reiterate that we are cooperating with local authorities and will continue to do so.” “I probably won’t use [the tanning bed] again,” Sarah said Bertram recommended gym-goers take extra precautions when using private spaces in public facilities Kaysville Police provided 2News with this statement: "The Kaysville Police Department recognizes the impact of the VASA Gym incident and remains committed to keeping individuals informed and supported We are working diligently to ensure that everyone affected receives updates and access to necessary resources Following the discovery of a recording device on December 11 we contacted individuals who reached out with concerns about their potential victimization Those who called were contacted via phone to provide information and offer support during this difficult time we provided an update via email to those who had reached out This email detailed the progress of the investigation including the steps being taken to gather important information about the device we did not yet have answers about the device's contents but we assured individuals that gathering this information was a key focus of the investigation we sent another email update to share the developments in the case we explained that detectives had identified a suspect who admitted to placing the recording device We also shared that the device was believed to have been in place for about 48 hours before it was discovered While we were still working to confirm the identities of those affected we assured recipients that we would provide additional information in the coming week detectives continued working to confirm the identities of those impacted we will contact both confirmed victims and those who previously reached out with concerns to provide updates We recognize how difficult this process can be for those impacted and are committed to maintaining clear communication and ensuring everyone affected receives the support and information they need If you believe you may have been affected and have not yet contacted us please reach out at 801-497-7120 or jwinchester@kaysville.gov." Lloyd Bruce Jensen soared into heaven from his cherished Kaysville home on January 16 he passed away while working through his list of home projects creatively finding solutions as a master tinkerer to make life easier and more enjoyable—efficiently and economically he possessed a magnetic energy that made others feel welcomed and loved When he contracted rheumatic fever two weeks after his older brother it was noted that while his brother received few visitors Bruce’s life changed forever when he first laid eyes on his future bride in the foyer of the Sunset Canyon Ward Chapel graduating from the University of Nebraska with his DDS and there he began a dental practice that he built over 35 years Beloved by countless patients throughout the county Bruce’s generous heart often accepted creative payments from those unable to pay otherwise he once rode home from work on a small dirt bike The home Bruce created with his eternal companion was built upon the rock of Christ’s gospel and together they welcomed eight children into their family creating strong bonds that continue to this day fueled by his appreciation of Earth’s natural grandeur creating cherished memories—none more treasured than their frequent trips to Sun Valley the same beauty that made the birds dream in the trees Bruce’s life flowed to the melodies of instrumental music which he considered “as important to me as the air that I breathe.” For him music wasn’t just a pastime—it was the very pulse of his existence Many loved ones owe their love of music to Bruce Bruce was driven to serve those around him from serving as President of the Kaysville Rotary Club to faithfully home teaching and creating deep friendships that changed many lives His service extended beyond his local community as he traveled the globe performing humanitarian work Bruce’s service was driven by his desire for deep connection with all around him and his generosity led to an open-door policy Many felt welcomed and loved in his home over the years including international visitors from Japan A chance encounter at Bryce Canyon led to a 20-year friendship with a “bonus son” in Thailand Bruce also felt a deep connection to nature regularly recognized as one of the most beautifully landscaped by Kaysville City Not a season passed without Bruce spending countless hours tending to and nurturing his beloved flowers and shrubs and 7 of their 8 children: Dan (Brenda) of Kaysville Heidi Peterson (Dave) and brother Gary Jensen and other extended family whom he loved and cherished.  2025 at 11:00 am at the Kaysville 10th Ward at 1039 E Crestwood Road  Friends may visit with Family on Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Lindquist's Layton Mortuary at 1867 Fairfield Road and Friday from 9:30 to 10:30 am at the church Services will be live-streamed and available the day of the services by scrolling to the bottom of Bruce's obituary page at: www.lindquistmortuary.com where condolences may also be shared ORDER VIDEOS 1953 to Helen Flint Barber and his father Richard He was surrounded by his loving family with a fire in his stove warming them all In life he had many passions and interests - teacher Mark’s family was always his first priority in all he did (Vicky) Barber grew up on Angel Street in Kaysville Utah just a football field (or approximately the length of 150 salmon if you prefer) away from his current home As he watched his hometown of Kaysville grow from a small farming town to a small city Mark’s love continued to grow as well After returning from serving a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Mark met his sweetheart Marie Lemon through mutual friends involving a well-balanced Charles Daly shotgun on an acre of land they purchased from his Uncle In their later years they served a mission in the Palmyra New York Temple and served many years in the Bountiful They shared the bounties of their home and garden with any neighbor who would like to partake of their harvest Mark dedicated himself to teaching elementary school in the Davis School District shaping the minds and hearts of countless students His wisdom and patience left a lasting impact inspiring many to pursue their dreams with determination and curiosity Hunting and fishing were not just hobbies but ways he connected with the land and those he loved cultivating beauty and bounty with the same gentle care he showed in all aspects of his life created pieces that were not only beautiful but useful Many of his friends and neighbors will have a piece of Mark’s craftsmanship in their home for years and decades to come When you visited Mark at his home you were equally likely to walk away with a new story about aliens a bunch of tomatoes and other garden produce or a beautiful piece of pottery in no particular order He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years Marie Lemon Barber Luke (Michelle) all living in Utah and Mark Lemon (Lindsay) of Georgia who will carry forward his legacy of hard work Mark also survived by his 19 grandchildren Adam (Eve) Mark had a very deep and abiding testimony and love for his Savior Jesus Christ Mark’s spirit lives on in the lives he touched A celebration of his life will be held Wednesday April 9 Friends may visit with family on Tuesday April 8 In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his honor to the Huntsman Cancer Institute. https://gofund.me/e537b29d He will be deeply missed but never forgotten The service will be live streamed any may be viewed by scrolling to the bottom of Mark’s obituary page at www.lindquistmortuary.com Services entrusted to Lindquist's Kaysville Mortuary Utah (KUTV) — A man who illegally reentered the U.S to find his ex-wife following his deportation was arrested on several domestic violence charges following a SWAT situation at a Kaysville residence Kaysville Police officers said this investigation began on the evening of Thursday when dispatch received reports of a domestic violence incident involving a suspect with outstanding warrants in the area of Lincolnshire Way and Crestmost Way identified as 39-year-old David Alonso Nunez unlawfully entered his ex-wife’s home five days earlier on Nov Authorities noted that Nunez had previously been deported to Peru due to multiple protective order violations and domestic violence offenses and he had illegally reentered the country to locate his ex-wife ORIGINAL STORY: SWAT requested after shelter-in-place order forced in Kaysville neighborhood Nunez’s ex-wife reported that he had been living in the home since then and had threatened to provoke an officer-involved critical incident if she called the police He allegedly told her children that police are “bad guys” and that they would “come and kill him” if their mother contacted law enforcement Authorities stated that he made sure to always have a child with him if he left the home so he could ensure he'd be let back inside Nunez reportedly told his ex-wife that “she is his wife and they are going to live together.” He forced her and their children to take family photos and told others that they were “getting back together.” Nunez also allegedly purchased smartwatches for the children to track their location and hacked into his ex-wife’s accounts and devices to monitor her activity A shelter-in-place order was issued for the area by 6:30 p.m The South Davis Metro SWAT Team was called in for assistance around 8 p.m the family had safely exited the residence SWAT members entered the home and cleared all levels before finding the Nunez unconscious in a bedroom closet Nunez was detained and transported for a medical evaluation before being booked into the Davis County Jail on multiple charges George Dee Page peacefully passed away on April 24 to George Alpha and Mary Winnie Porter Page and graduated from Davis High School in 1952 he served a mission to the British Isles for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints where he earned a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering It was at BYU that he met the love of his life and remained devoted companions throughout their lives they raised eight children—three daughters and five sons—and continued to be avid BYU fans Dee built a long and successful career as an aerospace engineer and later with the Navy Department overseeing missile manufacturing at Hercules Aerospace His work contributed to the development of solid rocket fuels and the Trident missile system Dee delighted in setting up his beloved “Christmas Village.” Filling the entire living room Dee had a special way of making everyone feel welcome and loved Raising five sons meant also raising five Boy Scouts Dee poured his heart into helping with Pinewood Derby cars and with his engineering know-how and help from friends he became the undisputed Pinewood Derby champion of the Kaysville 10th Ward He passed that knowledge and passion down to his sons and sons-in-law He is also lovingly remembered by his 27 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren at Russon Brothers Mortuary in Farmington (1941 N Utah) and Monday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m Interment will follow at the Kaysville City Cemetery The funeral will also be live streamed on the Russon Brothers Mortuary Live Facebook page (click here) and on this obituary page for those who wish to attend virtually The livestream should be available 10-15 minutes prior to the service at 11:00 a.m Russon Mortuary & Crematory - Farmington Click to watch SALT LAKE CITY — Shortly after the New York Giants selected former Penn State edge rusher Abdul Carter with the No a reporter asked general manager Joe Schoen if they were "done for the night." and they used it on who most considered to be the best pass rusher available "We'll see," Schoen responded with a smirk "You always ask if you guys can go home Whatever you've got to do to do your job; I'm never going to tell somebody how to do their job." The Giants still had one more piece of work trading back into the first round to select former Corner Canyon star quarterback Jaxson Dart with the No A former Corner Canyon High quarterback will begin his NFL journey in New York City Not quite deja vu; this one grew up in Kaysville The Giants made Dart, formerly of Corner Canyon and Roy High before playing collegiately at USC and Ole Miss, the highest NFL draft pick out of the state of Utah since fellow Chargers alum and former BYU quarterback Zach Wilson went No. 2 to the New York Jets in 2021 Dart narrowly edged out former Utah linebacker Devin Lloyd who went to the Jacksonville Jaguars with the No He's the third Utah native quarterback to be drafted in the last five years and the third Utah native quarterback drafted in the first round the Texans also received the 99th overall pick and a third-round selection from New York in 2026 The force surely was with Jaxson Dart when he was selected by the Giants ✌️The 25th overall pick's eye black is a nod to his love of Star Wars 🤩 pic.twitter.com/O7T7GZsmw2 Giants head coach Brian Daboll told local media Thursday night that the team was in "Phase 1" of their offseason program but added he "likes the way (Dart) plays" — even if he's slated behind a pair of veteran additions who are new to New York "I like his competitive fire," Daboll said, per NFL.com I like his ability to push the ball down the field his athletic ability to run with the football … I think this guy's got better every year he's played He has the attributes that we were looking for but he's a guy we look forward to working with." the Giants also secured the right to exercise or decline a fifth-year option on Dart's rookie contract Dart was the second quarterback drafted in 2025 He'll join a quarterback room in New York led by 36-year-old veteran Russell Wilson and journeyman signal caller Jameis Winston former Syracuse and Illinois quarterback Tommy DeVito was the only quarterback set to return to the Giants' roster this fall 225-pound signal caller was a well-regarded quarterback since well before he spent his final three seasons at Ole Miss to become the school's all-time winningest quarterback Surrounded by friends and family back home in Utah — including BYU receiver and former Roy High teammate Parker Kingston — Dart watched his NFL future soar through several rounds of "maybe" until landing on a bit of certainty Dart was a first-team all-state selection in multiple sports at both high school — he also played baseball — and was named the national football player of the year by Gatorade after throwing for 4,691 yards and a state-record 67 touchdowns as a senior at Corner Canyon Dart was also the MaxPreps national player of the year and earned Utah player of the year honors by Gatorade and the Deseret News after a prep career that included 10,688 passing yards and 117 touchdowns But after playing as Kedon Slovis' backup during his freshman season at USC, Dart transferred out and connected with Ole Miss coach Lane Kiffin to head to Oxford where the Utah native threw for 10,617 yards and 72 touchdowns with 22 interceptions in his final three seasons Dart earned first-team All-SEC honors in 2024 when he was the Conerly Trophy winner given annually to the best college football player in the state of Mississippi by the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame he told KSL.com that he plans to become a sports broadcasters "some day." But before he calls highlights on ESPN Dart will call plays in the NFL and the Big Apple Utah (KUTV) — A 68-year-old man was arrested on 33 counts of voyeurism after planting a motion detection camera inside a tanning room at a Kaysville gym Kaysville Police officers said this investigation began shortly after 11 a.m when a customer of the Kaysville VASA Fitness Center located at 170 West and 200 North was undressing in one of the facility’s tanning rooms and noticed a small device on top of the booth the customer texted a photo of the device to another VASA customer for a second opinion on what it might be The two concluded that the device looked like a camera An employee then responded to the tanning room and removed the camera and its power source The device was identified as a Blink Mini home security camera which used WiFi to either notify the owner of movement through the Blink Home Monitor app or store the recordings on a cloud network VASA’s IT department located the camera's MAC ID revealing all of the times the camera connected to the gym’s WiFi network The device reportedly communicated with the facility’s WiFi network 80 times over the 40+ hour period VASA provided police with surveillance footage a list of customers who were inside the gym and a list of customers who used the tanning room Several hours of surveillance footage from Dec 9 was reviewed and led to the identification of a suspect Petersen could reportedly be seen on camera entering the gym removing a white cord from his bag and plugging it into one of the lobby’s outlets and then walking across the lobby “more likely than not to get the WiFi password at the exact time in which the camera first connected to the network,” police documents stated had used the tanning room during the time the camera was actively communicating with the WiFi network who they said initially denied being involved and claimed he had seen the camera in the tanning room and did not tell anyone saying he placed the camera in the tanning room “as a joke” and claimed it did not work properly this time explaining that he “swapped the camera with a dummy camera and then returned the good camera to Best Buy.” Peterson eventually admitted to knowingly plating the camera in the tanning room and removing the sticker on its backside in an attempt to hide its serial number and avoid getting caught He denied having any videos obtained from the camera on his phone or a cloud network Petersen was booked into the Davis County Jail on 33 third-degree felony charges of voyeurism “Further search warrants may be executed when more information is obtained and the charges could be much more severe if certain evidence is discovered,” police stated UTAH BY SIMONE SEIKALY Utah —— Residents who reported smelling chlorine in their water weren’t imagining it Kaysville City officials confirmed on Thursday Posting on Facebook officials confirmed that the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District had added water from groundwater wells to its water supply Water from groundwater wells must be treated before the conservancy district can add it to drinking water supplies That extra treatment is behind the chlorine smell in the drinking water “Due to the water treatment processes required for this the public may notice a more pronounced chlorine smell in the water,” the city posted on Facebook The conservancy district said that “recent weather events in the Weber Basin Watershed” had altered the water that enters its treatment facilities This is the water supply that supplies Kaysville residents with drinking water Adding the water from groundwater wells is intended to “introduce additional precautionary safeguards for water quality,” the conservancy district said the conservancy district said that despite the smell “WBWCD assures the public that despite the pronounced smell water quality continues to meet all state and federal drinking water standards,” the district said on Facebook Those with questions may visit the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District on the web Follow @SimoneSeikaly Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here Christine “Christa” Kay Ellison age 72 Montana to Russell Bennett and Marilynn Faye Risdon  She married Calvin Wilcox on February 14 She later married Ephraim Peter Ellison on April 1  She was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints  Christine is survived by her husband Ephraim Peter Ellison of Kaysville six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren  A memorial service will be held Saturday February 1 family and friends may visit from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m  Inurnment will be held at the Kaysville City Cemetery and friend peacefully passed away at age 92 on Monday for time and all eternity in the Salt Lake L.D.S Kay grew up in Farmington and Kaysville attending high school at Davis High School Her first job was at the Utah State Tax Commission While attending Davis High she was set up on a blind date with Russell and the two were not to be separated Early in their marriage they were stationed in San Diego while Russell was in the Marine Corp Throughout their life they lived in various cities across the Wasatch Front while raising their family Kay was the bookkeeper and accountant for the various full-service gas stations that Russell worked as an auto mechanic Kay also worked as a tax examiner for the IRS Kay enjoyed spending sixteen years serving with Russell as a temple worker in the Bountiful Temple motorcycling and any time with her kids and grandkids Kay’s contribution to life served more than her family although her tenderness and warmth is now a part of each one of us that she has touched Kaysville; 14 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren Kay was preceded in death by her sweetheart Russell The family wishes to extend a special thank you to the entire staff of The Family Tree Assisted Living in West Point Special thanks also to Symbii Home Health and Hospice Nursing staff for the love and care shown to Kay in the last months of her life – truly angels on earth Family and friends can celebrate Kay’s life Thursday with Graveside services to follow at 11:00 a.m.  Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. 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SWAT requested after shelter-in-place order forced in Kaysville neighborhoodby Jared Turner Utah (KUTV) — A shelter-in-place has been issued for a Davis County neighborhood as police work to make contact with an individual in the area The order was issued for the area near Lincolnshire Way and Crestmont Way in Kaysville Thursday night as a precaution The neighborhood was near the Angel Street Soccer Complex and just east of the Davis Corridor Officials with the Kaysville Police Department said officers were attempting to make contact with an unidentified person They said the individual has outstanding warrants but did not give details about the charges police said the suspect was violating a protective order and still had not left the residence Other family members in the home had been removed Officers advised the public to avoid the area The shelter-in-place was “issued as a precautionary measure,” according to a press release It was not clear how long residents needed to remain in place passed away peacefully at his home in Kaysville where he learned the value of hard work early in life he spent his childhood picking and selling raspberries from his family's home saving all his earnings to fund his family's annual fishing trips to Yellowstone—a tradition that helped shape his lifelong love of the outdoors Kent graduated from Orem High School in 1963 where he was an active member of the Marching Band Kent served a 2½ year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Paris This experience deeply impacted him and sparked a lifelong passion for learning and service He later earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from Brigham Young University followed by an MBA from Utah State University which he affectionately referred to as "the Lord's TRUE University." Kent’s professional life was dedicated to public service He worked for the State of Utah for 32 years holding positions in both the Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) where he led efforts to clean up and restore Utah’s environment he spearheaded significant work in the state’s Superfund program Kent took great pride in the accomplishments of his team having helped remediate thousands of contaminated sites including cleaning up soil and groundwater throughout the state leaving a lasting legacy of environmental stewardship Kent’s commitment to his work was matched only by his devotion to his family they raised a family in Kaysville and shared a lifetime of love and flower gardens were a source of pride and joy He was known for his passion for "harvesting nature's excess” while hunting a wide variety of wildlife He cherished the time spent outdoors with his sons often planning hunting trips to destinations across the country years in advance These adventures fostered lifelong friendships as his family formed close bonds with the families of Larry and Joy Jung creating a New Year’s Eve tradition with them that lasted many years Kent’s grandchildren were the light of his later years whether it was sharing tales from his youth or instilling in them a deep love for the outdoors The highlight of their time together was at his grandparents' cabin in Ophir where they made lasting memories—camping As they explored both his family’s rich history and the stories of the town Kent found immense happiness in passing down these traditions making each moment with them even more special Though Kent faced many health challenges in his later years and committed to his family and the things he loved their sons David Kent (Sasha) and Trever LaVerl (Cody) sisters-in-law LeeAnn Gray and Hazel Bentley along with many others whose lives he touched through his work The family would like to recognize and thank Kent’s long-time neighbors and friends for all of their help and companionship these last few difficult years; with a special appreciation to Frank Krammer and Chris and Katie Snow – their service to Kent and his family has been invaluable and brought peace and joy to his final years Although Kent may always be remembered as “a loveable grump,” his generosity and humor will live on in the hearts of those who knew him especially through the environmental legacy he left behind and the many lives he touched with his kindness and dedication Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Saturday A viewing will take place the night prior from 6-8 pm at Russon Mortuary and a viewing will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:45-10:45 am Interment will follow the service at Kaysville City Cemetery Services will be streamed live on the Russon Mortuary Live Facebook page (click here) and on this obituary page The live stream will begin 10-15 minutes prior to services and will be posted below Click to watch KAYSVILLE — Police confirmed Thursday a man who was knocked unconscious while cutting down a tree in Kaysville has died Perez was knocked unconscious from the hit and was suspended 30 feet in the air in his harness A neighbor witnessed the incident and called 911 Kaysville and Farmington firefighters responded to the scene and found the man unresponsive "Our rope rescue technicians quickly set up a lowering system, attaching the patient and safely bringing them to the ground," the Kaysville Fire Department said on social media The man was revived by CPR and then flown to a hospital in critical condition Perez succumbed to his injuries late Wednesday "Santos Baudilio was a hardworking man, dedicated to his work, and always made sure to follow safety precautions. His passing was a devastating accident that left his family and loved ones heartbroken," said a GoFundMe* made in his honor KSL.com does not assure that the money deposited to the account will be applied for the benefit of the persons named as beneficiaries If you are considering a deposit to the account you should consult your own advisers and otherwise proceed at your own risk.* CRIME 6:44 PM | Updated: Nov 22 BY JACOB FREEMAN AND GARNA MEJIA, KSL TV KAYSVILLE — The Kaysville Police Department issued a shelter-in-place warning for a neighborhood Thursday evening as they attempted to apprehend a person with outstanding warrants Police confirmed Thursday morning the man was taken into custody overnight 39-year-old David Nunez broke into his ex-wife’s home and was staying there without her consent since Saturday in the area of Lincolnshire Way and Crestmont Way police were aware of the incident and responded The man reportedly had two different protective orders mandating he stay away from his former wife and children Kaysville police said the ex-wife and the children inside the home were able to get out of the home safely when police arrived the Nunez barricaded himself inside the home and refused to get out Police believed Nunez did not pose a threat to other residents as he did not make any threats; he just didn’t cooperate with police Negotiators were unsure if he had a firearm they asked residents in the area to shelter in place Police deployed a drone and at least two flash-bangs to assist in their arrest SWAT officers found Nunez unconscious but breathing in an upstairs closet He was taken to a local hospital before being transported to jail according to a probable cause statement for Nunez Kaysville police said it didn’t consider this incident as a hostage situation since the ex-wife and children were able to leave the home when police arrived police said that Nunez had previously been deported to Peru due to his protective order violations and domestic violence crimes The police document also said Nunez took precautions to try to make sure his ex-wife wouldn’t call police “David would typically keep one of the children with him David did this so that (his ex-wife) would let him back in the house and also to prevent (her) from going to get police assistance,” the statement said He also “bought the children watches so that he can track their locations” and hacked his ex-wife’s social media accounts in order to monitor her activity He reportedly told his ex-wife that he would take the children if she went to police for help and told the children that “police are bad guys and they will come and kill him.” All of those crimes come with an enhanced severity due to domestic violence LOCAL NEWS 6:48 PM | Updated: 9:45 pm BY EMMA BENSON KAYSVILLE — Davis County is trying to find a home for its Code Blue shelter after one in Fruit Heights fell through due to pushback from residents According to state law, counties must provide 16 overflow beds on “code blue” nights — or when temperatures drop to 18 degrees. At a city council meeting in Fruit Heights Wednesday night, Mountain Road Church announced it will no longer be a warming center for those experiencing homelessness due to the conflict it’s created in the community “We wish that all of these folks had a place to stay every night and that we weren’t just talking about warming shelters,” said John Adams with the Kaysville City Council The next option for the shelter would be an old emissions building located at 20 N but Adams said the problem is that there are no transportation or health services near that area We’re trying to help with the solution; in fact we’re doing more than just hiding in the shadows ‘Here’s a solution that would work.’ It just doesn’t work at the emissions center,” he said Adams said they had proposed purchasing a “warming bus” instead of using a building but the state says that’s unlikely to happen due to a lack of funding The other choice for the shelter could be the Clearfield Senior Center which Adams said would be a more viable option since it’s right next to the Davis County Health Department Adams said the Utah State Homeless Services Board is set to meet next week KAYSVILLE — A man was arrested Thursday and accused of placing a camera in a tanning room at a gym in Kaysville last month was booked into the Davis County Jail for investigation of 33 counts of voyeurism On Dec. 11 used one of its two tanning rooms and while undressing reported seeing a "small device on top of the tanning booth," according to a police booking affidavit "The customer was unsure at first glance if the device was a motion detector or a camera The now concerned customer took a photo of the device with their cellphone and sent it to another customer to get their opinion on what the device may be." They thought it looked like a camera and told a gym staff member who removed the camera and its power source The camera was identified as a motion detection camera and police said it could only send files over Wi-Fi through an app Police retrieved the device's serial number in an attempt to identify the owner The person who placed the camera in the tanning room "had attempted to conceal the camera in plain sight with an unobstructed field of view of the entire room The black face and camera lens portion of the camera had light-colored tape (masking tape) around the lens itself in what appeared to be an attempt to camouflage the camera," the affidavit alleges Vasa's IT department learned when it had been connected to the gym's unsecured Wi-Fi from Dec The gym also complied with a subpoena and gave police surveillance footage independent contractors and customers who were inside the gym and tanning rooms Police say they identified Petersen through Vasa customer logs and his driver's license photo Surveillance camera footage showed a man plugging a white cord into the wall in Vasa's lobby and then plugging the cord into a camera from his bag The man "then walked across the lobby with his cellphone in hand more likely than not to get the Wi-Fi password at the exact time .. in which the camera first connected to the network," police said in the affidavit Police said 33 customers used the tanning room during the period the camera was active on the gym's Wi-Fi Petersen "initially denied being involved and claimed he saw the camera in the tanning room but he didn't tell anyone He then changed his story to admitting he placed the camera but he did so as a joke and claimed the camera did not work properly When confronted with more information he changed his story to having swapped the camera with a dummy camera and then returned the good camera to Best Buy," according to the arrest report Petersen denied having videos of anyone on his device or saved online Police are seeking additional search warrants "Kaysville police would like to express their gratitude for the public's patience and cooperation during this process," the Kaysville Police Department said on social media "Please be advised that this investigation is ongoing." Utah — A standoff in Kaysville that led to a shelter-in-place order being issued on Thursday began when a woman's ex-husband allegedly entered her home days earlier without permission to see their children Kaysville police received a call regarding a domestic violence incident near Lincolnshire Way and Crestmont Way with the suspect preventing his ex-wife and children from leaving a home members of the Metro Davis SWAT team later entered the home and found the suspect had entered the country illegally after being deported to Peru for violating previous protective orders and domestic violence crimes Nunez's ex-wife said while David had been back in the U.S. he had been "forcing her and their children to take family photos and telling people that they are getting back together." Nunez is accused of always keeping one of the children with him so that his ex-wife would let him back in the house and prevent her from going to the police He also allegedly bought the children watches to track them The police report alleges that Nunez also told his ex-wife "that if she calls the police then he will not go back to jail and he will force an officer-involved critical incident," and told the children that police are "bad guys" that will kill him Nunez was arrested and faces numerous charges Police said the shelter-in-place was issued for the area surrounding the investigation as a precautionary measure and there was no immediate threat to the public Utah — A Utah man who fights crime for a living now finds himself fighting for his own life after an unexpected medical diagnosis so I expect this to be just another hard thing that’s standing in my way," shared Jared Jensen Don’t tell the 35-year-old Jensen that life as he knew it is over after being diagnosed with Stage 4 brain cancer early last month The Kaysville police officer has come a long way since first being admitted to the University of Utah Medical Center And since the beginning of the rehab process Jensen's progress has been nothing short of remarkable it hasn’t been all smooth sailing for the father of two admitting that at one point she thought she lost her husband he didn’t wake up for about a week after the second surgery and I think I’ve really learned not to take a day for granted," said Camille The medical ordeal hasn’t changed Jensen's goal-orientated thinking he reached one goal by becoming a member of the U.S Marshals Service Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team that same team that is rooting for Jensen to return to work at some point we all go through a lot together," said Mark Thomson and so there’s that brotherhood and camaraderie of closeness and when you hear things like this that Jared is going through it’s hard and it makes everyone want to rally and to just say he’s walking with purpose and looking forward to resuming his family life be with our kids and resume life as normal," he said "We still have to do treatment and things like that Jensen's treatment will involve nine months of radiation treatment as well as a regimen of chemotherapy pills Jared plans to add a big dose of positive thinking "We’re gonna come out on top and that’s the attitude I’ve got to take." 6:36 PM | Updated: 6:52 pm BY MIKE ANDERSON FARMINGTON — More than a hundred homeowners packed the Davis County Commission chambers Tuesday morning to oppose a warming center that is set to come to their community as commissioners moved to close the public comment portion of their meeting after listening to concerns for about 30 minutes We don’t want the shelter!” One woman yelled out One man interrupted as Commissioner Lorene Kamalu started to read a positive email rather than the 100 people in front of you!” He exclaimed in anger after being warned she could be removed from the meeting “The people that are coming to these homeless shelters do not want help!” she yelled According to state law that went into effect in 2023, counties in Utah are required to provide code blue warming centers that will open up when temperatures are forecast to get below 18 degrees Fahrenheit overnight The relatively new legislation calls on mayors and a county commissioner to choose and set up the warming centers in meetings that are not open to the public Kaysville City Mayor Tamara Tran voiced her frustration with the process “Kaysville City cannot say no to it because we don’t own the property,” Tran said during public comment We know that we’ve heard that loud and clear Commissioner Bob Stevenson said plans will roll forward for the warming center inside a former emissions testing center at the corner of 600 West and Old Mill Lane He told KSL TV it was too late to find another location as any new plans would have to be approved by a state board Homeowners like Jason Largey are asking that they somehow be allowed to take part in the process in the future “I feel like anything you’re trying to do you get better solutions of the more people you include and making it public from the beginning,” Largey said Warming centers will also be located in Layton Stevenson said the commission has had little to no pushback on those centers Follow @KSL5TV KAYSVILLE — As temperatures drop below freezing this week, those experiencing homelessness and utilizing Davis County warming centers are now being sheltered in Kaysville following the demolition of the Layton location Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran told residents earlier this month that Davis County's main warming center in Layton would be demolished on Feb. 3, rather than sometime in July, as was previously thought. Despite heavy opposition from residents the county determined the warming center would be relocated to the I/M (Tech Center) Building an emissions testing facility at 520 Old Mill Lane in Kaysville In the announcement posted to Facebook and the city website Tran reaffirmed the city's stance against hosting the warming shelter "This decision was made without Kaysville City's input or approval Kaysville City has no authority to prevent it," she said "Our position remains unchanged: Kaysville City does not support or endorse a shelter in our community Our city does not possess the necessary resources to appropriately address the support needs required." Prior to the change, the Kaysville facility was selected as an alternate location for the warming center in November. Following that decision, Davis County commissioners heard from over 100 residents opposing the Kaysville warming center citing reasons such as concern for the health of those staying overnight in a building used for emissions testing Others were more concerned with the center bringing homelessness to a city that does not have a significant number of residents experiencing homelessness and its impact on resident safety In 2024, the Utah Legislature passed HB298 amending services for the homeless where certain counties are required to create winter response plans that include sheltering those currently unhoused during code blue events A "code blue" is a weather event between Oct 15 and April 30 when temperatures are forecasted to dip to 18 degrees or below for two or more hours or there are any other extreme weather conditions and visitors are provided 24-hour UTA bus passes to get to and from the building Because warming centers are a life-saving measure for those experiencing homelessness clients are not required to be sober to be admitted but drugs and alcohol are prohibited from the facility Those who are considered a threat to the safety or health of other clients will not be admitted or will be asked to leave if they become a threat Tran confirmed there are numerous precautions in place to ensure the safety of warming center guests and residents in the community County staff and volunteers are on-site throughout the night to admit clients into the facility and promote adherence to rules including a county officer to further enforce safety measures "While our city and staff still believe Kaysville is not the right place for a facility," Tran said "we have witnessed firsthand the humbling and heartbreaking reality: There are individuals within our county who truly have nowhere to go on freezing winter nights." The Utah Department of Health and Human Services determined Davis County met those requirements Sunday night marking the first evening the warming shelter would be at the new location Code blue has remained in effect since Sunday and is predicted to continue through Thursday "It's gone well," said Ryan Steinbeigle "We haven't really had any pushback or anything from the community After they've seen what the operation has looked like at our old location I think that kind of quelled people's fears and concerns." The former warming center in Layton is located less than 2 miles from the new Kaysville location allowing operations to continue without much difference for those running the facility As for those concerned about the safety of the new location Steinbeigle confirmed the building has been prepared to meet the visitors' needs "It's a county-owned building that we still use for emissions testing and inspections but the building's clean," Steinbeigle said "There's not like hazardous materials or waste or anything in the area The building is still used for inspections but it's fenced off so we set up a sleeping area for men and women separating those two populations within the bay there really isn't any issues there." The I/M building will continue to function as the county warming center for the remainder of the season On Thursday, Davis County Commissioner Bob Stevenson attended the Kaysville City Council meeting to address the city and thank residents for their involvement in addressing homelessness in the county He shared the positive experiences he has had while volunteering at the warming centers and reassured residents that the county is still working to find a permanent solution "We at the county are trying to get this figured out with what we have to do in the future," Stevenson said "We do not believe that we need to be looking at some year-round facility or anything We've just got to come up with a good location and a good facility that can handle this code blue." FARMINGTON — A Kaysville woman was charged Thursday in 2nd District Court with the alleged rape and sexual abuse of a 13-year-old boy in 2020 is facing four counts of rape of a child and one count of sodomy on a child a charge for both sexual abuse of a child and obstructing justice by driving him to various out-of-sight locations in her car Couch "would drive to his home and pick him up late at night she drove to Ponds Park," charging documents say "At the end of each of the sexual assaults Couch told (the victim) to not tell anyone," according to a police booking affidavit The woman also sent nude photos of herself to the boy and the father of the victim told police he read inappropriate texts including Couch telling the boy she was just getting out of the shower or that "she was going to bed and she wanted to know if he was still awake." Couch denied the sexual assaults when speaking to police but admitted to communicating with the boy over Snapchat saying "they sent each other pictures of their faces." but a proposed warrant for her arrest was filed Thursday Utah (KUTV) — Now that a Code Blue shelter is off the table in Fruit Heights which held a city council meeting to discuss the possibility of a shelter there A church in Fruit Heights announced it would not host the warming shelter following backlash from the community On Thursday night during the Kaysville city council meeting city leaders addressed the issue with residents there "Now that that's not going to be the primary one I think more of a weight falls on the remaining facility," said Abbigayle Hunt Dozens of people came to the meeting to let the city know their concerns about the potential of a warming shelter coming to their backyard "This is a government overreach problem," said a Kaysville resident City officials said the city is committed to transparency through this whole process "Since we're not the decision-makers we're just here kind of trying to help facilitate a lot of the transparency with the county decision," said Hunt A possible location is the county emissions center the city council brought up the idea of a warming bus — a plan that was proposed to the state to buy a bus that would house those facing homelessness when the Code Blue alert is issued — but it wasn't approved because of a lack of funding We would love to find a way to make it work but right now there's not a really clear way forward on that," said Hunt Utah (KUTV) — The Utah Highway Patrol addressed how an initial crash investigation missed a second truck where the driver was found dead hours later UHP initially investigated what appeared to be a single-vehicle crash on State Road 177 near 200 North in Kaysville The crash occurred in the middle of the night "This investigation was a little different," said Lt PREVIOUS: 2nd vehicle, deceased driver found hours after UHP responded to Davis County crash UHP believed only one car had rolled and crashed along SR 177 "It drifted off the roadway to the right and came to rest upside down," McKay said a call came in about a crashed truck nearby When troopers got there they discovered that the truck had damage consistent with colliding with the rolled car we want to be able to have that complete scene when we were there the first time," McKay said and the vehicles were a quarter mile apart it kind of spun that first vehicle around in place and there was not any clear indication that there was another vehicle involved," McKay said He said investigators will learn from this crash "We will be more vigilant on what we’re doing alongside the roadway this one was not clearly visible," he said When asked if the person might have survived if found initially it didn’t appear he would have survived that crash." The person from the first crash was in the hospital as of Wednesday night The identity of the person found in the truck is not expected to be released until Thursday Utah — It's been about three weeks since a camera was found in a tanning room at the VASA Fitness in Kaysville but you got to just take it one step at a time and do what you got to do to heal,” said Shalee Hass "I kind of noticed that little camera above and I knew that VASA was working on construction and stuff like that so I thought maybe it’s a sensor for the light and they taped over it because there was like painters tape Hass sent pictures of what she found to her husband who immediately came into the room and pulled the device from on top of one of the tanning beds I was in a space that should have been safe for me,” said Hass It's a violation of privacy that she said she is still dealing with I think it’s something that I will have to live with the rest of my life I think it will always kind of be in the back of my head Kaysville Police arrested 68-year-old Kevin Peterson as the suspect in this case I think it’s something I’ll have to live with forever and it’s still going to be hard." Kaysville police say there were 33 victims — including two minors that have also been affected by this because it’s awful I just want people to know that,” added Hass She said she is still processing what happened and wants to remind others to be vigilant of their surroundings so incidents like these don’t happen again A patient is expected to make a recovery after paramedics found them pulseless and not breathing Utah (KUTV) — A patient is expected to make a recovery after paramedics found them pulseless and not breathing firefighters with the Kaysville Fire Department received information of a person experiencing cardiac arrest Paramedics suspected the patient might be a candidate for ECMO a medical device that supports the heart and lungs when they are unable to function on their own READ NEXT: 'Twice-removed Honduran' accused of impersonating ICE agent A University of Utah AirMed helicopter was also called to the scene the paramedics were able to successfully resuscitate the patient The patient was flown to an are hospital for further care "Thanks to the close proximity of our fire station and early advanced life support likely played a critical role in achieving [resuscitation," the fire department said had this incident occurred in a more distant area — such as the west side where response times can exceed 10 minutes — the outcome could have been very different." SALT LAKE CITY — A 35-year-old Kaysville police officer received a visit from around 30 law enforcement agents Thursday after a surprise cancer diagnosis in August left his family and department reeling on the Weber River in early August when he was struck by violent headaches as his headaches increased in frequency and intensity Jensen got a call telling him to go directly to the emergency room because he had multiple tumors and lesions in his brain Jensen has beat the odds before, though. In December 2012, only 4 months into his career as a police officer, he was ambushed in his car A man pulled a handgun out of his waistband and emptied eight rounds into Jensen's patrol car whizzing by Jensen's head and into the steering wheel Spencer Cox when Openshaw was released in 2021 "From the moment I narrowly escaped those eight bullets fired directly at me "I have had to take painful and humble steps in seeking out professional treatment I have been diagnosed with an acute stress disorder with significant post-traumatic stress injuries," he said arguing against releasing Openshaw so soon The incident also led Jensen to join the Violent Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team in 2016 where local law enforcement works with U.S Marshals to take dangerous offenders into custody "He has paid a great sacrifice in doing this for us," said Mark Thomson "Jared has done so much to serve his community," he said Members of the strike team and officers with the Kaysville police department joined Jensen's family packing out a conference room at the clinic Jensen wore a helmet because a piece of his skull had to be removed to relieve serious brain swelling He was in a coma for a week after the surgery Jared Jensen hugs his friends at the University of Utah Medical Center's Craig Nielsen Rehabilitation Center in Salt Lake City on Thursday medical center after being diagnosed with Stage 4 brain cancer and undergoing surgery the right side of his body was numb and his eyesight was "touch and go for a minute," she said "His progress has been amazing," Jensen's father said But there's a lot of fight ahead as Jensen gets radiation on his brain and surgeons replace the section of his skull Kaysville Assistant Police Chief Seth Ellington said Jensen "is a very very important part of our department" and "probably one of our most dedicated officers." his wife and their two young children remain hopeful "I never thought I'd be in this position but I've done hard things and I'm going to do it again this time," he said A GoFundMe* has been created to help the family with medical expenses *KSL.com does not assure money deposited to the account will be applied for the benefit of the persons named as beneficiaries you should consult your own advisors and otherwise proceed at your own risk mother and all around best friend passed away the morning of October 23  She attended Davis High School where she participated in theater and other activities While working at Hill Air Force Base she met the love of her life in a Young Cadet named Paul B Since her new husband was from the East Coast they spent their early married years traveling extensively on the East Coast and around the country  Itha has a gift for working with people which is why she spent her entire life working in the public sector She worked as a flower designer until her retirement  She is survived by many nieces and nephews and one son Paul  A graveside service will be held Friday November 1 A visitation for family and friends will be held Friday November 1 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m  At her request “There will be no Damn Funeral” please donate to the charity of you choice in Itha’s name and numerous others who stayed to the very end 4:40 PM | Updated: Dec 28 BY ALTON BARNHART LAYTON — A high-speed car chase on Interstate 15 ended with the driver being arrested for driving under the influence Thursday afternoon Cam Roden with UHP said a Kaysville officer was attempting to conduct a traffic stop on a driver who was nearly hitting other vehicles The vehicle also hit a center cement barrier and continued to drive away Police said traffic was slow as a UHP trooper successfully conducted a PIT maneuver on the vehicle As UHP troopers and the Kaysville officer attempted to call the driver out of the vehicle Roden said the driver failed to respond to commands and drove off striking the UHP patrol vehicle in the process Roden said the chase ended after the driver took the northbound Antelope Dr off-ramp and T-boned a westbound vehicle at the intersection UHP reported that no one was hurt during this chase was arrested on suspicion of failing to stop at the command of a police officer failing to comply with duties at a vehicle accident and driving under the influence – first offense in 10 years the city of Kaysville is experiencing population growth and with that comes the increased need for first responders and emergency services the Kaysville Fire Department just got some brand new equipment they say will help with their response times The Kaysville fire chief says they now have over 2,000 calls for service each year with many of those involving the need for paramedics tricked-out vehicle that should allow them to have what they need when they need it when those 911 calls come in Fire Chief Paul Erickson has been fire chief in the city for 7 years He says there are now 8,000 more residents than when he first started "With 2,000 calls a year it was definitely a need so we put together a build on a 2024 Chevy it has been really good for us," Erickson explained The new paramedic vehicle recently hit the streets of Kaysville One of the younger members of the department helped outfit the Chevy with what he hopes is everything a crew will need when they arrive on any scene "This one is also equipped with what we call a howler." That 'howler' is something the crew hopes will help the team get their call safely and on time it will offset that tone a little bit and just alert people that but we have an emergency we're trying to respond to So if you could just stop for a minute so we can clear and then you can get back to your normal life that helps us out quite a bit," Bascom stated Two more brand new pieces of equipment are coming next year including a heavy rescue vehicle that should be here by next spring and a brand new ambulance about a year from now HOUSING + HOMELESSNESS Emissions testing building at 20 N 600 West in Kaysville BY ADAM SMALL KAYSVILLE — City leaders and many residents of Kaysville are pushing back on a proposal to use an old emissions building as a code blue homeless shelter.  A code blue alert is when the National Weather Service predicts temperatures of 18 degrees Fahrenheit or less The 2024-2025 code blue season starts on Oct Utah code states that the Office of Homelessness Services shall assist individuals experiencing homelessness during a code blue event That includes providing the location and availability of homeless shelters This law was effective as of May 1 of this year Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran said the city does want to be part of an overall solution to help the homeless But they don’t feel like Kaysville is the right location.  Tran said they don’t believe Kaysville is right for even a temporary shelter “I know I made a promise [that] it’s not going to come here I’ll do everything in my power to prevent that because we don’t feel like Kaysville is the right location,” said Tran.  One of their main problems is that the city had proposed an idea to have a mobile bus that could house more than a dozen people on these nights But Tran claims the county shot down the idea and moved forward with finding other locations like the old emissions testing building at 20 N 600 West in Kaysville “Kaysville City has done everything possible We have talked to ourselves until we are almost out of the ability to speak about this Tried to come up with solutions,” said Tran but the county owns the old emissions building so the city won’t have the final say Tran said if the building does end up being used as a shelter they will do what they can she encouraged folks to take their concerns to state lawmakers “This law needs to be tweaked,” said Tran Diana Jones contributed to this article.  Follow @AdamSmallKSL 10:23 AM | Updated: Jan 16 BY MARY CULBERTSON AND JACOB FREEMAN, KSL TV SALT LAKE CITY — After a camera was discovered in a tanning room at a VASA gym in Kaysville an arrest was made in the case and the identity of the suspect was finally revealed The man was identified by Kaysville police as Kevin Petersen He was arrested and booked into Davis County Jail on 33 felony counts of voyeurism The camera was located at the VASA gym on Dec so Petersen’s arrest came weeks later “The best word I can describe it as to this day is shock,” Shalee Hass said Hass found the Blink Mini Camera on top of the tanning booth as she was about to enter it “I thought there’s no way that’s a camera,” she said “It was covered in masking tape except for the lens.” Camera found in tanning room of VASA gym, police investigating A probable cause statement said officers began their investigation by examining the camera That meant the camera must have been connecting to VASA’s wifi and sending the owner videos through the unsecured network “It seems that he used an app that connected the camera to the WiFi and that’s how we were able to verify that the camera was used at VASA because he was using the WiFi,” said Noelia Sarmiento with the Kaysville Police Department VASA’s IT department was able to see when the camera connected to its network and found it had been active between Dec Officers also said the camera was covered in white masking tape and connected to power by a white extension cord The camera found by Melanie Nielsen’s family member the statement said that police knew where to look in VASA’s security footage They combed through hours of video from Dec eventually spotting Petersen engaged in some odd activities at the gym the subject removed a white cord from his bag plugged it into the wall in VASA’s lobby The subject then plugged the cord into a camera he had in his bag,” the statement said Police said the video also showed Petersen “remove masking tape from his bag and rip off several pieces and put them inside his bag where the camera was.” “(The officer) has no doubt that the camera recovered belongs to and was placed by the subject,” the statement said police believe 33 people used the tanning room while the camera was active Petersen initially told officers he was not involved he later told officers he had placed the camera but “he did so as a joke,” saying the camera didn’t actually work “The subject denied that there are any videos of anyone on his device on a cloud or anywhere for that matter,” the statement said Hass said this wasn’t simply a joke or a prank “This is something that I will deal with for the rest of my life,” she said Officers said there are likely more search warrants to come and the charges could become much more serious as new information comes to light “Kaysville police would like to express their gratitude for the public’s patience and cooperation during this process,” the department said “Please be advised that this investigation is ongoing.” Utah (KUTV) — Three cities in Davis County all say no to either homeless shelters or Code Blue warming shelters KUTV has been following this issue in the county from the start Todd Weiler said there needs to be decisive leadership from Davis County and the county needs to propose a logical site "It's been a little bit of a political hot potato," said Weiler Weiler is referring to Davis County and three cities there — North Salt Lake Fruit Heights and Kaysville — that have said no to proposed homeless shelters and warming centers in their neighborhoods "I think the county commission needs to weigh in and show some leadership and say but here's where it should be'," said Weiler North Salt Lake City council members voted against the opening of a permanent homeless shelter "It's a huge challenge — I'm not sure there's a city that will raise their hand and say 'we will take a homeless shelter,'" said Ryan Steinbeigle a grant administrator with the Davis County Office of Economic and Community Development the county is looking for a city to host a warming shelter a church in Fruit Heights that had initially volunteered to be a shelter decided against it after backlash from the community "It's not a great location to bring in individuals and have them stay," said Scott Heusser "I know I made a promise — it's not going to come here I'll do everything in my power to prevent that because we don't feel like Kaysville is the right location," said Kaysville Mayor Tamara Tran Though it seems a lot of mayors are saying similar things "I've talked to some of the mayors and it seems like there's a lot of finger-pointing going on around get the wrath of their voters if it ends up in their neighborhood," Weiler said Weiler wants to see the county pick a location "These homeless people need to be treated humanely," he said "Nobody wants them freezing to death."