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Show Volume XXX Issue VIII The Ogden Valley News Page 7 December 1, 2023 Make-A-Wish Child Chosen for Ogden’s Christmas Village Gala Ogden’s Holiday Electric Light Parade and Gala will feature someone special this year. This year’s Grand Marshal, who was selected through the Make-A-Wish Foundation, is Logan Knapp. He has experienced hardships with his health, but it hasn’t stopped him from having fun. Logan and his family are ecstatic to have him honored as this year’s Grand Marshal. Special Events Manager, Darrin Clarke, at Admiral Beverage Company said this about his experience, “Meeting with the Make-A-Wish child and their families to find out all about them, hearing everything they are overcoming, and what makes them happy is such an amazing experience. From seeing the sparkle of excitement in their eyes when they see their float, to riding on it during the parade and then turning on the lights to Christmas Village brings a smile and joy to us all. They have such positive attitudes, and their happiness is so contagious! It is a very rewarding and magical event to participate in.” Each year, generous businesses offer their support to help make the event special for the child being honored. For the 9th consecutive year, Admiral Beverage Corporation (Pepsi) will decorate the honorary float that Logan and his family will be on. Each year the theme of the float is a surprise and tailored to each child. A special thank you goes out to local businesses, Minky Couture, Dillard’s, and Ogden City for the wonderful gifts donated to Logan and his family during this special event. A Little Bit About Logan According to Mom, Kellie Knapp When Logan was 6 years old, he slid headfirst and backward off a slide onto his shoulder. He was in intense pain, so we took him to the ER for a suspected broken collarbone. While going over his medical history, we mentioned to the ER doctor that Logan looked a little pale, but other than that everything was Logan Knapp normal. Several x-rays later, there was no sign of anything broken but his blood test results for his pale color revealed Logan had Leukemia. We immediately pulled him out of kindergarten as we spent days at Primary Children’s Hospital where he fought so hard to beat his cancer. A month into treatment, Logan began to lose his eyesight from complications caused by his chemotherapy. He required emergency surgery to save his vision, which was a success. A couple of months later, he experienced a life-threatening allergic reaction to a different chemotherapy, which had him go into anaphylactic shock. He received epi injections, before losing consciousness causing a code blue. Logan was revived and made a full recovery. He is now 8 years old and after months of intense treatment, he is in remission! He still receives chemotherapy and treatment, but he’ll ring the bell in May 2024. This road has been bumpy, for every hard FIRST CHRISTMAS cont. from page 1 As the awaited birth of the Savior approached, other testimonies of the Divinity of Jesus were given. An angle declared to Mary, “Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favor with God. And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS” (Luke 1:30-31). When Mary visited her cousin Elisabeth, her cousin declared, “… Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me” (Luke 1:42-43). From the Book of Luke in the Bible we read: “And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David) To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn. And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a savior, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger. And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men. And it came to pass, as the angels were gone away from them into heaven, the shepherds said one to another, let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us. And they came with haste, and found Mary, and Joseph, and the babe lying in a manger” (Luke 2:4-16). For hundreds of years, people all over the world have remembered the humble birth of the Savior, Jesus Christ, by creating nativity scenes (creches), both large and small, during the Christmas season. Come and celebrate the Christmas season at the second-annual Ogden Valley Nativity display on December 9, 2023 from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. See hundreds of creches on display and listen to carols as we take time to remember the birth of the Lord as the babe of Bethlehem. If you would like to share your own creche(s), would like to assist in any way, or would like more information, please call Taffee at 719-338-4858. time Logan has faced, he has experienced a hundred unbelievable blessings. Our entire family has been surrounded by so many incredible people in this community. The love and generosity we have felt and received is overwhelming and we could not be more grateful. Early in Logan’s treatment, he told us, “I’m so grateful I got cancer. Most people don’t know there are this many nice people in the world until they are grown up, but because I got cancer when I was 6, I get to go my whole life knowing how nice people really are.” The holiday parade will start at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 25. The parade begins on Washington Blvd. at 22nd Street, and will continue south to 27th Street. The Christmas Village Opening Gala will begin at 6:30 p.m., immediately following the parade. The ceremony is held annually on the Ogden Amphitheater Stage. Santa, along with other special guests, will be there with Logan to turn on the official light switch kicking off the Christmas Village’s 2023 season. The opening gala will be closed out by a crowd-thrilling fireworks show over the illuminated Christmas Village. Follow our social media for immediate updates. IG – the_corner_ogden & ogdenamphitheater FB – TheCorner & OgdenCityAmphitheater About Ogden Amphitheater - The facility and employees strive to offer each guest a first-class experience when visiting. Whether you are an event producer, a performing artist, or a guest in the audience we assure you that you will feel at home. With over 90 events each year ranging from major concerts to private weddings, the Amphitheater staff helps make your performance a success. The Arts, Culture, and Events team produces many signature events and welcomes artists to apply through our online artist application. We embrace diverse community programming and encourage everyone to consider utilizing this gem of a venue when planning their next event. Announcements Obituaries Ruth Campbell Berrett June 19, 1932 ~ November 11, 2023 The last original Campbell clan, Ruthie, slipped through the veil November 11, 2023 to reunite with family she dearly missed. Mom was the youngest daughter of Harold and Beatrice Farr Campbell, born June 19, 1932 in Ogden, Utah; the sister of Fawn (Ray), Russel (Florence) Arthur (Bardee), Hugh (Jean), Marilyn (Bill), Joan (Lee), and Gaylen (Bonnie). Mom was a loving mother of four children, Brent (Joann), Jan, Carilee (Gary), and Brian. She was grandmother to 14 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and 5 great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her great-grandchild, Aiden. Mom will be known for her great compassion and love for all she met. She had that rare ability to help everyone she associated with feel included, safe, and important. She served in many capacities of her wards. She set the standard and bar she wanted her children to strive for. After many years, she had the courage to go back and obtain her high school diploma. She made many friends with the kids in her class, and they truly loved her. She was her children’s number one cheerleader in whatever they were involved in. Her great sense of humor helped all of us push through hard times. She will be dearly missed, but we eagerly look forward to being reunited in the future. Graveside services were held Friday, November 17, 2023 at the Ben Lomond Cemetery, North Ogden. Condolences may be shared with the family at lindquistmortuary.com. Third-Annual “Fill the Jar—Feed the Valley!” It’s time for Valley Hair’s third-annual “Fill the Jar—Feed the Valley fundraiser! Please join us again in helping local families this holiday season. We will be donating money for every service we provide and every product we sell through November and December and together, with your generosity, whether adding to our jar or dropping off paper goods, we can help fill the pantries of families in need. And the best part is, all donations stay in the valley! So please, remember to shop locally this holiday season. Buy your stocking stuffers and products from local businesses and help us ensure every family can have a wonderful holiday season this year. Thanks for 24 wonderful years Ogden Valley! Happy Holidays from the Valley Hair team! |