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Girls basketball: Wolves wallop Knights with tough defensive effort

PLAIN CITY -- The Fremont Silver Wolves played a strong defensive game on Friday afternoon, claiming a 53-22 victory over Northridge in Region 1 girls basketball action.

The Fremont defense was impressive, holding Northridge to seven first-half points. But the Silver Wolves coaching staff came away pleased with the team's offensive performance as well.

Plain City accepts Four Mile Creek Estates

PLAIN CITY -- Final acceptance of Four Mile Creek Estates was given unanimously by council members.

In other city business, a public hearing concerning the sensitive land use ordinance is scheduled for 7 p.m. March 15 during the regularly scheduled council meeting at City Hall, 4160 W. 2200 North.

Plain City approves new design

PLAIN CITY — The city council finally approved a design for the new building and bowery at Town Square Park.

Councilwoman LaFray Kelley had asked the council to consider a design that included 12 extra feet of storage for a sound trailer, but her motion to that effect died for lack of a second.

Councilman Bruce Higley moved to have the bowery design include restrooms and two storage areas, but without the 12 feet of extra storage. Kelley voted against the motion, but Higley and two other council members voted to approve the design.

Grandchildren of Steve and Kaylana Gertsch pose with Monty Python. The snake died Jan. 29 after 27 years as a class pet.  (Photo courtesy of Steve and Kaylana Gertsch)

Students remember Monty Python, the letter 'S'

PLAIN CITY -- One of Plain City's best-known and most-beloved celebrity residents has passed away. Monty Python, 30, was a muscular 70 pounds and measured 10 feet 6 inches tall, uh, long.

Agendas of public meetings, Feb. 9

A summary of agendas of public meetings to be held Thursday, Feb. 9

Farr West Planning Commission

7 p.m., 1896 N. 1800 West

Motion to approve conditional use for assisted living facility on 2550 North

Discuss/action on recommendation of alternate planning commission member

Perry City Council

7 p.m., 3005 S.

Rep. Galvez plans constituent night

SALT LAKE CITY — State Rep. Brad Galvez, R-West Haven, will hold a constituent night for residents of his district at 5:30 p.m. Friday at the Utah State Capitol.

Plain City to trade in old backhoe

PLAIN CITY — Council members approved the trade-in of a backhoe and purchase of a new backhoe.

Marjorie Bernice Carver Griffin

Marjorie Bernice Carver Griffin, 95, died Sunday, Feb. 5, 2012, at her Roy home. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Aultorest Memorial Park, 836 36th St., Ogden. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Primary Children’s Medical Center or The Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. Arrangements under the direction of Myers Roy Mortuary. Post condolences at www.myers-mortuary.com. See the complete obituary in the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

Development increasing in Plain City

PLAIN CITY -- Development is picking up in this city, according to Treasurer Steven Davis, with revenue from building and licensing permits at approximately 414 percent of what was projected in the city budget.

Couple donates oxygen masks to Plain City Fire Department

Dave and Roxanne Jones have donated oxygen masks to the Plain City Fire Department to be used by pets in the event of a fire or other emergency.

Mayor Jay Jenkins said thanked the Jonese for their kindness in making the donation.

Agendas of public meetings, Feb. 2

A summary of agendas of public meetings to be held Thursday, Feb. 2

Gail Lynn Kelley

Gail Lynn Kelley, 62, died Saturday, Jan. 28, 2012. The funeral will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1, at the Plain City 7th Ward, 2952 N. 4200 West. Friends may visit from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31, at Myers Ogden Mortuary, 845 Washington Blvd., and from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made under the name of Gail Kelley at America First Credit Union. Post condolences at www.myers-mortuary.com. See the complete obituary in the Standard-Examiner’s e-edition.

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Craig Palmer

Craig Palmer, born June 2, 1977, in Ogden, died in his sleep Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 30, at Lindquist’s North Ogden Mortuary, 2140 N. Washington Blvd. Friends may visit family from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Monday at the mortuary. Interment, Ben Lomond Cemetery, North Ogden. Post condolences at www.lindquistmortuary.com. See the complete obituary in the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

Board working with gas station owner

PLAIN CITY -- The city planning commission is working on a site plan for the Maverik gas station that will replace the Chevron.

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