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📰 Bountiful Man Faces Felony Charges for Damaging Ancient Utah Archaeological Site

📰 Utah Welcomes Mars' $237 Million Investment in Nature's Bakery, Promising Over 190 New Jobs

📰 Miss America 2024: Madison Marsh's Historic Win and Mission for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness

🏀 High School Basketball Roundup: Local Teams Showcase Skill and Grit

⭐Local Fundraisers: 1st Ever “Rotary’s got Talent” Fundraiser

⭐ Local Events & Happenings

🏫 School Happenings

• 🎭 Viewmont High School Performing Arts Department Presents: Joseph and the AMAZING Technicolor Dreamcoat!

• ⭐ Presentation by Dr. Jordan Sharp, Bountiful High Auditorium

📢 Announcements

• Farmington Rec - Registration For Youth Programs

• It’s time to get excited about this year’s NSL Rec Soccer Season!

• Davis County Adult Education Classes for Winter 2024

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Bountiful Man Faces Felony Charges for Damaging Ancient Utah Archaeological Site

Eduardo Humberto Seoane from Bountiful has been charged with a second-degree felony for illegally excavating an archaeologically significant site in Utah's Fort Pearce Wash area. He dug a 2 feet wide, 15 feet deep trench, disrupting over 100 ancient petroglyphs and a prehistoric trash dump, causing damage over $5,000. Investigators found no evidence of his claimed mineral prospecting. The excavation destroyed valuable historical insights, making it challenging to reconstruct the site's history. Seoane awaits a court date, highlighting the critical need to protect archaeological sites from unauthorized actions.

Utah Welcomes Mars' $237 Million Investment in Nature's Bakery, Promising Over 190 New Jobs

In Salt Lake City, Mars, Incorporated is constructing a $237 million baking facility for Nature's Bakery, set to open in July 2025. This expansion will not only add a modern, 339,000 square foot building to the city's landscape but also create over 190 jobs. Nature's Bakery, known for plant-based, health-conscious snacks, aligns well with Utah's lifestyle and values. The project, warmly welcomed by local officials, signifies a significant step in meeting the increasing demand for Nature's Bakery products while boosting the local economy and community.

While this story transcends the usual boundaries of local news, its inspiring message and remarkable achievement are undoubtedly worth sharing with our readers. 👇

Miss America 2024: Madison Marsh's Historic Win and Mission for Pancreatic Cancer Awareness

Madison Marsh, a 22-year-old U.S. Air Force officer and certified pilot, made history by winning the 2024 Miss America pageant. With a background in physics and public policy, Marsh is dedicated to raising awareness and funds for pancreatic cancer research, a cause close to her heart following her mother's death. Her victory, celebrated nationwide, includes significant scholarship funds and the role of a Miss America brand ambassador.
Instagram Interview
Whitney Marsh Foundation

🏀 High School Basketball Roundup: Local Teams Showcase Skill and Grit

In the recent high school boys basketball roundup, our local schools showcased some exciting performances:

Farmington High School - In a nail-biting match that went into overtime, Farmington Phoenix faced a narrow defeat against the Weber Warriors with a final score of 75-74. The game was marked by an impressive display of three-pointers, with Ethan Atkinson of Farmington delivering a standout performance, scoring 23 points, including five three-pointers.

Bountiful High School - The Bountiful Redhawks secured a convincing victory over the Bonneville Lakers, finishing with a score of 60-41. Carson Smith was the highlight for Bountiful, scoring 25 points, including two 3-pointers. He was well-supported by teammates Charlie Smith and Bryson Heath.

Viewmont High School - The Viewmont Vikings triumphed over the Woods Cross Wildcats with a 73-60 victory. Drez Jensen led the Vikings with 17 points, including three 3-pointers. Cache Tuia and Max Larsen also made significant contributions to the win.

Woods Cross High School - Despite a challenging game, Woods Cross Wildcats fell short against the Viewmont Vikings, with a final score of 60-73. Hunter Jackson was the top scorer for Woods Cross with 14 points.

The matches involving these schools were part of a larger roundup of high school basketball games, featuring intense competition and outstanding individual performances across the region.

Now accepting nominations for
Best of Davis Awards

The Best of Davis Award is the highest level of recognition given to top educators and support personnel in the Davis School District.

Presented annually, the awards honor teachers and support staff who exemplify excellence while going above and beyond in their work. Awardees are chosen from hundreds of nominations sent in by coworkers, supervisors, parents and students.

Do you know someone who fits that description? Please nominate them at davis.k12.ut.us/employees/best-of-davis

The Best of Davis Awards are generously supported by Hogan & Associates Construction and Marathon Petroleum.

January 23rd - 6:30 pm, Presentation by Dr. Jordan Sharp, Bountiful High Auditorium
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January 25 - 29 - Viewmont High School Performing Arts Department Presents: Joseph and the AMAZING Technicolor Dreamcoat!

Farmington Parks and Rec Is Opening Registration for their Youth Programs!
⭐Youth Baseball, Softball, Soccer, Tennis, Flag Football and more . . .

Please visit https://shorturl.at/cnC58 to register and for more information.

North Salt Lake Recreation 2024

It’s time to get excited about this year’s NSL Rec Soccer Season!
Games will be Saturday mornings at Hatch Park April 13 through May 18, 2024. Game times and team assignments will be determined by number of participants. Learn More or Register Here

Davis County Adult Education Classes for Winter 2024

Davis County's Adult Education program is set to begin its new session in mid-to-late January, offering a rich variety of classes including health and wellness topics like microgreens cultivation, sleep improvement, overcoming mental health challenges, and herbalism. The initiative aims to foster community learning and personal growth with courses available for all ages, including ACT Prep and special winter classes. Enthusiastic local experts will lead the sessions, encouraging residents to embrace lifelong learning and self-improvement.

Winter 2024 Davis Community Ed. Classes

Classes Winter 2024 Kids Classes

View PDF of all Classes

January 20th: 1st Ever “Rotary’s got Talent” fundraiser! at Backstage Performing Arts (802 N. 1250 W. Centerville)
It will be a Talent Show, Bake sale and Crafts sales in Centerville. Come have some fun on the 20th.

Wednesday January 17th

Winter Running Class, 6:30 -7:30pm at South Davis Recreation Center Meeting Room B - RSVP [email protected]
👉with special guest speaker Lora Erickson

🏃🏃‍♀️ Winter Triathlon Class

January 29th 2024: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Learn how to train for triathlons in the winter to get faster and stronger for Spring racing. Great for beginner to intermediate athletes. Nutrition will be covered.

Sign up now! Text: (801) 608-5516
Email: [email protected]

Lora Erickson, Blonde Runner Health

Other Upcoming Events

Thursday, January 18th

• Harmons Cooking School: Italian Street Food 
  6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Friday, January 19th

• 10:00am - Women in Leadership: Executive Speaker Series.
  This series is a celebration of dynamic and influential women who have shattered glass ceilings in the corporate landscape in Utah. This specific event focuses on women leaders in nonprofit organizations.
  Learn More

Saturday, January 20th

• Saltair Paranormal Investigation, 8:00 pm
  by Grimm Ghost Tours - Led by experienced investigators, this event promises spine-tingling encounters, eerie phenomena, and a chance to explore the unexplained. Prepare for an unforgettable journey into the unknown at Saltair!

Wednesday, February 14th

2:00pm - 5:00pm
COME to the Bountiful Museum and CELEBRATE the 130th ANNIVERSARY of James & Alice Smedley on Valentines Day in their home, the Bountiful Museum. We will be showing a video of their courtship and a history of the home. Come enjoy a cookie and a tour of the home. This is a FREE event. See you then.

Ongoing Events:

• North Salt Lake
  😋 Senior Lunch Brunch Every 2nd Wednesday at 11:00 am. City Hall
  10 East Center Street, North Salt Lake
  Guest speakers, BINGO and more.
  

• Woods Cross
  😋 Senior Lunch Brunch - Every 2nd Thursday at Noon
  2297 S 1200 W - Lunch is always provided while you enjoy a speaker and musical entertainment
  

• Tabletop Tuesdays - Every second Tuesday of the month
  Bountiful Library, 5:30 - 8:30pm

Multi-date Events:

• Crystal Festival February 17th, 10:00 am - 18th, 8:00 pm
  A Rock, Mineral, Gem, & Crystal Show

• 🎭 February 28 - March 2, 2024, Farmington City Stage Production - Legally Blonde Jr. at 7 PM with a matinee on Saturday. Tickets go on sale February 1st.

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