Bountiful Buzz | October 1, 2026

🍂 And just like that… hello, October! 🎃🍂

We’ve officially entered the month of football, pumpkins, costumes, spooky fun — and trying not to eat all the Halloween candy before Halloween. 😂

We’re kicking off the month with a new Utah housing law taking effect today, a look ahead at Friday night football, and a few October dates worth putting on your calendar.

Grab your sweater (at least in the morning 😉), and let’s see what’s buzzing in town today!

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☀️ TODAY’S WEATHER

75°F | Thursday, Sunny
Precipitation: 0% | Humidity: 36% | Wind: 6 mph

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📰 LOCAL NEWS sponsored by MakMak Thai Cuisine

🏡 New Utah Backyard-Cottage Law Takes Effect Today

A new Utah law taking effect Oct. 1 requires covered cities to allow detached accessory dwelling units on qualifying single-family properties of at least 11,000 square feet, while still allowing local rules for things like setbacks, size and parking. Utah Legislature West Bountiful has adopted a new detached-ADU ordinance, and Centerville now provides a detached-ADU application and requirements. West Bountiful City

South Davis homeowners considering a backyard cottage may have new options, but they should check their city’s current requirements before making plans—especially as some city webpages are still catching up with the new rules. Bountiful’s current page, for example, still describes detached ADUs as a conditional use. Bountiful

🇺🇸 Bountiful Veterans Park Seeks Volunteer Partners

The privately funded Bountiful Veterans Park Foundation is looking for local professionals and organizations willing to donate expertise to help maintain the park. Current needs include landscaping, arborist work and electrical services. The volunteer-led foundation says the park’s walls now honor 7,337 South Davis County service members and veterans, including 189 names added in 2026.

Volunteer support helps maintain a community landmark that honors generations of South Davis County military service members and veterans.
👉 Those interested in helping can contact Ron Mortensen at 801-638-7937.

🏐 Woods Cross Sweeps Viewmont

Woods Cross continued its strong season Tuesday night with a 3–0 sweep over Viewmont, winning 25–12, 25–13 and 25–14.

The Wildcats entered the matchup ranked No. 2 in Utah by MaxPreps and controlled all three sets.

Both teams play again tonight, with Woods Cross hosting Olympus and Viewmont hosting Skyline at 6:30 PM.

👉 See Utah Volleyball Scores

🏈 Friday Night Lights: Local Teams Back on the Field

It's another big Friday night for local high school football, with all four of our area teams scheduled to play tomorrow, Oct. 2.

🏈 Bountiful at Alta | 7 PM
The Redhawks head south after back-to-back region wins over Woods Cross and Viewmont. Bountiful enters the matchup 4–2 overall and 2–0 in Region 6. MaxPreps.com

🏈 Olympus at Viewmont | 7 PM
Viewmont returns home looking to bounce back from last week's loss to Bountiful. The Vikings are 3–4 overall and 1–1 in region play. MaxPreps.com

🏈 Woods Cross at Brighton | 7 PM
The Wildcats hit the road to face Brighton after a close 27–21 loss to Alta last week. Multiple current schedules confirm the Oct. 2 matchup. Utah Prep Football

🏈 Farmington at Davis | 7 PM
The Phoenix head to Kaysville for a region matchup with Davis.

Good luck to all of our local teams! 🏈

💆‍♀️ Why Is One Side Always Tighter?

Ever notice that one shoulder is always tighter, one hip feels stiffer, or you constantly have a knot on the same side?

You're not imagining it! Our everyday habits can cause us to use one side of our bodies differently than the other. Think about which hand you use for your phone, the shoulder you carry your bag on, how you sit at your desk—or even which side you tend to sleep on.

Over time, those little habits can add up.

That's one reason I encourage clients to tell us about the things they notice, even if they seem insignificant. “My right shoulder always bothers me” is valuable information! It helps us tailor your massage to what your body needs instead of treating every session exactly the same.

✨ Your massage should be as individual as you are.

If you've got that one stubborn spot that never seems to let go, bring it to us! Kristi, Alicia, and I would love to help.

– Chelsea Hazzard, LMT
👐 On Point Therapeutic Massage
📍 70 N. Main St., Suite 103, Bountiful
📞 385-210-4711 | 💻 onpointmassageut.com

⚡ LOCAL BUZZ BITZ Sponsored by CleanKIX Lab

⛳ Free Golf for West Bountiful Residents: Lakeside Golf Course is treating West Bountiful residents to one free 9-hole round with a cart on Tuesday, Oct. 20 from 7 AM–6 PM. Bring proof of residency, and book your tee time up to one week ahead by calling 801-295-1019.
👉 Details

🌱 A New Library “Sprouts” in NSL! Davis County Library is testing a new Sprout Library at 460 N. Redwood Road #D in North Salt Lake, with a grand opening Saturday, Oct. 10 from 10:30 AM–noon. Stop by for activities, stories and free tote bags for the first 200 families—and help show there’s demand for library services in the area. 👉 Details

🎸 Guitar & Ukulele Lessons in Farmington: Local music instructor Chris Williams is accepting new students for personalized guitar and ukulele lessons for kids, teens and adults. Lessons are $30 for 30 minutes, with Monday and Thursday openings and a free 20-minute trial lesson available. Bass and online lessons are also offered. 👉 See Post

🐾 Fresh Fur in Bountiful: BountiFUR Pet Spa at 409 S. Main Street is welcoming new grooming clients. The local salon offers everything from fresh haircuts to spa treatments for pups, with appointments now available. 👉 See Post

🎃 Spooky Main Street Stroll: Bountiful’s Main Street is getting a Halloween makeover Friday, Oct. 2 from 5–8 PM! Look for cake walks at local businesses, a 7 PM Monster Mash at Murphy’s Guitar, food trucks, treats from the wandering witch, open shops and plenty of family-friendly fun. Costumes are encouraged! 👻 👉See Post

💉 West Bountiful is hosting a community vaccine clinic on Monday, Oct. 19, from 2–5 PM at City Hall. Flu, RSV, COVID, shingles and pneumonia vaccines will be available for all ages—just bring your insurance card. 👉 Details

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👇 WHAT’S HAPPENING 👇

THIS WEEK!

THU, OCT. 1 | 🥕 Bountiful Farmers Market | 4–8 PM | Bountiful Town Square | One of the final three markets of the season; the market ends Oct. 15. 👉 Bountiful Farmers Market Details

FRI, OCT 2 | 🎃 Bountiful Main Street Stroll | 5–8 PM | Bountiful Main Street | Cake walks, food trucks, a Monster Mash dance party, late-night shopping & costumes encouraged! 👉 See Post

FRI, OCT. 2 | 🛍️ Kaysville First Friday Festival | 5–9 PM | Heritage Park, Kaysville | Vintage and antique finds, vendors and a family-friendly community festival.  👉 Details

SAT, OCT 3 | 🎨 Paint & Sip Night | Bountiful Art Barn | $35 per person; space is limited 👉 Reserve your spot now!

PLAN AHEAD!

OCT. 5–9 | 🗑️ Bountiful Fall Cleanup Week | By 7 AM on regular garbage day | Bountiful | Set eligible cleanup items at the curb; free landfill access runs Oct. 5–10, with Household Hazardous Waste Day on SAT, Oct. 10 from 9 AM–3 PM at City Shops. 👉 Details

THU, OCT 8 | 🏊 West Bountiful Resident Appreciation Day | 5 AM–10 PM | South Davis Rec Center | Free admission for West Bountiful residents with proof of residency. 👉 Details

FRI, Oct. 9 | 🤠 Cowboy Poetry Night | 7–8 PM | West Bountiful City Hall | Free Old West-inspired music, poetry and storytelling with local favorite Kim McKean. 👉 Details

MON, OCT. 12 | 🎃 Centerville Fall Festival | 6–8 PM | Smith Park | Pumpkin carving, crafts and fall activities for all ages. 👉 Event Details

OCT. 14–24 | 👻 Blithe Spirit Dinner Theater | Various Times | Farmington Community Arts Center | A ghostly comedy with dinner included in the $30 ticket. 👉 Get Tickets

SAT, OCT 24 | 🧟 Zombie Chase 2-Mile Fun Run | 10 AM | Tunnel Springs Park, North Salt Lake | Free family run followed by kids’ activities, treats, music, games & spooky fun; registration required. 👉 Details

📅 Have an event to share? Send it our way for possible inclusion in an upcoming Bountiful Buzz. 👉 Submit an Event

Upcoming High School Theater Productions

More Info to come

☔ Singin’ in the Rain Coming to Bountiful High

Bountiful High is set to bring Singin’ in the Rain to the stage this November.

Nov. 13–21, 2026
Bountiful High School

The production is already showing on 2026 theater calendars, with more school-specific details expected as the performance dates get closer.

📰 Newsies Coming to Viewmont High

Another big musical is headed to Viewmont High this fall, with Newsies listed for a November run.

Nov. 16–21, 2026
Viewmont High School

The dates are currently showing on 2026 theater listings, and we’ll share ticket and performance details as Viewmont releases more information.

💃 Mamma Mia! Coming to Davis High

Just up the road in Kaysville, Davis High is getting ready to take on Mamma Mia! this November.

Nov. 13–21, 2026
Davis High School, Kaysville

More performance and ticket information is expected as opening night gets closer.

That’s a wrap for today’s Buzz! 🐝

Thanks for starting your day with the Buzz and for being part of this little local community. 💛

Have a great Thursday, and I’ll see you tomorrow!

—Brenda 🐝 🎃

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