Science and nature writer Sharman Apt Russell strongly believes in volunteerism and community spirit.

The past 45-days have been a whirlwind of activity, discussion, and decision-making. As legislative sessions go, this will go down in the annals of history as being one of the most difficult in terms of budgeting. The Legislature is required by our constitution to craft a balanced budget; something made particularly difficult this year by the nationwide recession.

Religion Calendar, March 13-19 and more

The religion calendar, published each Saturday, lists community events of a religious nature. Items for consideration should be e-mailed by 5 p.m. Monday to religion@standard.net, or mailed to Religion Editor, Standard-Examiner, P.O. Box 12790, Ogden, UT 84412-2790.

Saturday, March 13

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SLIDESHOW: Bear River vs. Ogden prep boys soccer

OGDEN -- The Tigers are making strides.