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James 'Jim' Evans

Last updated Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - 5:48pm

James 'Jim' Evans, 74, of Clearfield, died Saturday, April 21, 2012, surrounded by family. Srevices will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, April 26, at Myers Mortuary, 250 N. Fairfield Road, in Layton, Utah. A viewing for family and friends will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday evening at the mortuary and from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Thursday before services. Interment will be at Clearfield City Cemetery, where military honors will be accorded. Post condolences at www.myers-mortuary.com. To read the full obituary, see the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

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Ruby Mae Moffat Hennefer

Obituaries Standard-Examiner

Last updated Saturday, April 14, 2012 - 3:14pm

Ruby Mae Moffat Hennefer, 93, died Monday, April 9, 2012. A memorial service will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Leavitt's Mortuary, 836 36th St., in Ogden. Interment will follow at 1 p.m. at the Farmington City Cemetery, at 500 South and 200 East in Farmington. Post condolences at www.leavittsmortuary.com. To read the full obituary, see the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

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South Weber council to meet Tuesday about emergency preparedness

Standard-Examiner staff Standard-Examiner

Last updated Saturday, March 3, 2012 - 11:33pm

SOUTH WEBER — The South Weber Citizen Corps Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the fire station.

The purpose of the council meeting is to prepare for emergency situations that may arise in the city.

Council representatives include people from the community, including from Job Corps, the elementary school, the fire station, churches and the city council.

Call the city offices at 801-479-3177 for more information.

The fire station is at 7355 S. 1375 East.

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A wind turbine, used for teaching purposes, stands in front of South Weber Elementary School. The South Weber Planning Commission is considering an ordinance that would allow businesses and residents to harness wind power on a conditional-use basis. It plans to hold open houses in April and May so it can receive public input on the issue before making a decision. (KERA WILLIAMS/Standard-Examiner)

South Weber may let businesses, residents harness wind power

Bryon Saxton Standard-Examiner

Last updated Monday, February 27, 2012 - 7:48am

SOUTH WEBER -- A proposed wind energy ordinance that would allow commercial businesses and residents to harness air power on a conditional-use basis is leisurely blowing its way through the political process.

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Marquardt leaving behind a legacy, many say

Jesus Lopez Jr. Standard-Examiner

Last updated Monday, January 16, 2012 - 11:32pm

OGDEN -- It is hard to travel around the Top of Utah without coming across evidence of the contributions made by the late Robert L. Marquardt.

Through his efforts, the area has seen the creation of institutions such as Job Corps centers, Beus Pond Nature Park, Ogden River Parkway, MTC Park and George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park.

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Robert L. Marquardt

Obituaries Standard-Examiner

Last updated Tuesday, January 17, 2012 - 6:02pm

Robert L. Marquardt died Saturday, Jan. 14, 2012. The family will meet friends from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at the Ogden Dinosaur Park Museum building, 1544 E. Park Blvd., Ogden. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 21, in the Weber State Dee Events Center, 4450 Harrison Blvd., Ogden. There will be a reception immediately following the service at the Dee Events Center. Services entrusted to Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary. Post condolences at www.lindquistmortuary.com. Read the full obituary in the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

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Samuel 'Sam' James Cahoon

Obituaries Standard-Examiner

Last updated Monday, November 14, 2011 - 8:32pm

Samuel "Sam" James Cahoon, 21, of Clearfield, died Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2011. A viewing for family and friend will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 16, at Larkin Clearfield Mortuary, 1050 S. State, in Clearfield, Utah. Post condolences to the family at viewobit.com/larkinmortuary. To read the full obituary, see the Standard-Examiner's e-edition.

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The Weber Basin Job Corps culinary arts team members enjoy themselves before the recent regional competition in Little Rock, Ark. From left are students Bryton Vernon, Brittany Alcala, Kelsea Doyle and Shaun Stone with instructor Jack Jones.

Job Corps students win regional award

Jamie Lampros Standard-Examiner

Last updated Wednesday, November 2, 2011 - 5:37pm

SOUTH WEBER — It was like the “Hell’s Kitchen” reality TV show, only without Gordon Ramsey cursing and spewing at them for every misstep.

But there was a lot of pressure regardless when a group of Weber Basin Job Corps culinary art students swept an 18-team regional competition recently at Little Rock, Ark.

The team of four took first place trophies in taste, presentation and originality, leading to its clinching the top spot for best overall Job Corps Center.

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15 Job Corps students arrested in park fight

Loretta Park Standard-Examiner

Last updated Wednesday, August 3, 2011 - 11:21pm

CLEARFIELD -- Eight women and seven teenagers are facing felony charges after fighting with bats and sticks at a city park.

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Police respond to Job Corps fight

Loretta Park Standard-Examiner

Last updated Wednesday, August 3, 2011 - 1:33pm

CLEARFIELD -- Clearfield Police continue to investigate a fight between students from Job Corps.

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Job Corps offers free education, training programs for young people

Ron Campbell Standard-Examiner

Last updated Saturday, July 16, 2011 - 8:36pm

For young people wanting to learn a skill to improve their chances for a successful and meaningful career, looking into Job Corps may be just the answer.

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(ERIN HOOLEY/Standard-Examiner) Director of Human Resources Sherri Freston sits at her desk at ManorCare Health Services in Ogden on Thursday. Freston received an award as community supporter of the year from Clearfield Job Corps.

Job Corps supporter honored

Jamie Lampros Standard-Examiner correspondent Standard-Examiner

Last updated Monday, July 4, 2011 - 11:25am

SOUTH OGDEN -- Sherri Freston has a strong belief in Job Corps and its education and job training programs.

"I have an honest interest in the promotion of youth, specifically the teenage and young adult age group," Freston said. "These are some of the most critical ages in life to ensure success, confidence, opportunity and self-worth."

Because of her devotion and commitment, Clearfield Job Corps has named Freston its Job Corps Community Supporter of the Year.

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(Photo courtesy of Clearfield Job Corps)
Clearfield Job Corps student Jeff Wilde (left) had the opportunity to job shadow Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah.

Congressman mentors Job Corps student

Ruth Malan Standard-Examiner correspondent Standard-Examiner

Last updated Wednesday, June 22, 2011 - 5:50pm

CLEARFIELD — Job Corps student Jeff Wilde recently spent an entire day with U.S. Rep. Jim Matheson, D-Utah and his staff, learning the day-to-day aspects of a congressmen’s job.

Wilde, a Kaysville resident, came away surprised at some of the things he learned, and the experiences he had, shadowing Matheson and being mentored by the congressman’s staff.

This event, sponsored by the Friends of Job Corps Congressional Caucus, was designed to expose Job Corps youth to the inner workings of a congressional district office.

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