In this Bountiful Buzz Issue . . .

😂 Daily Chuckle - Christmas Dad Joke

⛅ Local Area Weather

⭐ Sponsor of our Local News: 🏡 Thank You to Sheri Peck for Sponsoring Our Local News.

🏠 Expert Real Estate Insight of The Day - The Value of a Good Agent

📰 Davis County Volunteers Unite to Create a Memorable Christmas for Homeless Youth

📰  Festive Fraud Alert: Unwrapping the Dangers of Holiday Scams

📰 Holiday Heist: Salt Lake City Family's Christmas Decorations Stolen Overnight

📰 Federal Court Sentences Utah Man to Prison for Torturing Guinea Pigs and Posting Videos Online

🚘 Driving Forward: University of Utah's Crimson Collective Expands Vehicle Leasing to Empower Basketball and Gymnastics Athletes

🏠 Special Offers! 👇

👉 Apartment Listing of a Charming Farmington Apartment Awaits at 398 W State St, Farmington, UT!

⭐ Penny Ann’s Cafe, Holiday Gift Card Sale

😇 Holiday Giving Opportunities:

🎄 The Giving Tree
🎅 The Wheelwright family Home Lights Display

🏫 School Happenings: Bountiful Junior High Madrigals Illuminate This is the Place Park with Festive Melodies

❄️ Winter Break

⭐ Lots of Featured Local Events & Happenings

🔦 We 💖 Local Businesses! Let us Feature your business, or nominate a business you LOVE!

🤝 Local Businesses Partners! How ‘Bout You?🫵

🌰 Today is Roast Chestnuts Day!

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🏡Expert Real Estate Insight of The Day:

The Value of a Good Agent:
"Work with a knowledgeable real estate agent.
A good agent can guide you through the complexities of buying
or selling a home, ensuring a smoother process."

Davis County Volunteers Unite to Create a Memorable Christmas for Homeless Youth

In Davis County, a heartwarming initiative is bringing Christmas joy to over 1,600 homeless children. Volunteers are collecting essentials like clothes and toys for the Family Community Christmas event, a tradition that started 37 years ago. This year's event, filled with festive activities like horseback riding, aims to provide gifts and raise awareness about the tough living conditions these children face. Each child will receive a new present, a blanket, and a hygiene kit. Those interested in supporting this cause can find more information on the Family Community Christmas website.

Festive Fraud Alert: Unwrapping the Dangers of Holiday Scams

The holiday season is a prime time for scammers to target unsuspecting shoppers and generous individuals. Here's a comprehensive overview of the prevalent scams to be cautious of this Christmas and tips on how to safeguard yourself:

1. Lookalike Shopping Websites: Scammers create counterfeit websites with incredible deals to lure consumers into sharing their credit card information and personal details.

2. Fake Social Media Ads: Many online shopping scams originate from social media ads on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, often offering high-demand gifts at steep discounts.

3. Gift-Giving Pyramid Schemes: These are illegal pyramid schemes disguised as gift exchanges, promising multiple returns on sending one gift.

4. Spoofed Delivery Notifications: Fraudulent notifications about delivery issues are sent via email or text, leading recipients to phishing sites that steal personal information.

5. Fake Job Postings: Scammers post bogus holiday job ads to extract personal information or money for non-existent training materials.

6. Malicious Holiday Apps: These include apps with excessive in-app purchases, advertising, or unnecessary permissions.

7. Fraudulent Charities: Scammers set up fake charities, especially during the holidays, to take advantage of people’s generosity.

8. Grandparent Scams and Elderly Fraud: Targeting seniors, these scams involve impersonation of a family member in dire need of money.

9. Marketplace Scams: Occur on platforms like Etsy, Craigslist, or Facebook Marketplace, where scammers post fake listings or don't pay for items.

10. “Free” Gift Card Scams: Scammers offer fake gift cards or ask for gift cards as payment for products or services.

11. Puppy Scams: Fake breeders or sellers offer puppies for sale, often requiring upfront payments for shipping or vaccinations.

12. Holiday Travel Phishing Scams: Fraudulent offers for vacation packages or travel deals are used to phish for personal information.

13. Card Skimmers: Devices placed on ATMs or card readers to steal credit card information, particularly in public spaces.

14. Porch Pirates: Thieves stealing deliveries right from doorsteps, especially prevalent with the increase in online shopping.

To protect yourself, it’s advised to:

- Upgrade your digital security, including antivirus software and safe browsing tools.

- Shop only from known retailers and use secure payment methods.

- Use strong, unique passwords for online accounts and consider a password manager.

- Prefer credit cards over debit cards for better consumer protection against fraud.

If you suspect you've fallen victim to a scam:

- Cut off contact with scammers immediately.

- Alert your bank and cancel any payments.

- Change your passwords and monitor your credit report for signs of identity theft.

It's crucial to remain vigilant and informed to enjoy a safe and scam-free holiday season.

Holiday Heist: Salt Lake City Family's Christmas Decorations Stolen Overnight

A family in Salt Lake City's Rose Park neighborhood experienced the theft of their Christmas decorations, including lights, wreaths, and a doormat, from their front yard. Myken Smith, a single mother, found the decorations missing on a Monday morning, with the incident believed to have occurred the previous night. Despite the lack of surveillance footage and uncertainty over replacing the stolen items, Smith remains positive, buoyed by neighborly support and planning to enhance her indoor decorations. Samuel Jonas Webster, a 20-year-old from Farmington, was sentenced to a year and a day in federal prison for torturing guinea pigs and posting videos of the cruelty on YouTube. The disturbing content, showcasing the brutal abuse of the animals, led to public outcry and legal action. Webster's case, initially filed in state court, was moved to federal court, reflecting the serious nature of his crimes. His actions were condemned by legal authorities as inhumane and linked to potential other violent behaviors.

Federal Court Sentences Utah Man to Prison for Torturing Guinea Pigs and Posting Videos Online

Samuel Jonas Webster, a 20-year-old from Farmington, was sentenced to a year and a day in federal prison for torturing guinea pigs and posting videos of the cruelty on YouTube. The disturbing content, showcasing the brutal abuse of the animals, led to public outcry and legal action. Webster's case, initially filed in state court, was moved to federal court, reflecting the serious nature of his crimes. His actions were condemned by legal authorities as inhumane and linked to potential other violent behaviors.

🚘 Driving Forward: University of Utah's Crimson Collective Expands Vehicle Leasing to Empower Basketball and Gymnastics Athletes

The Crimson Collective at the University of Utah has just taken a great step forward in supporting their student athletes. They've expanded their vehicle leasing program, which was originally just for football players, to now include stars from the basketball and gymnastics teams. This move is all about giving more athletes access to Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) resources. It's a wonderful gesture that especially highlights the university's commitment to uplifting female athletes in prominent sports. They're really acknowledging the hard work and contributions of these dedicated young athletes.

Penny Ann’s Cafe
Gift Card Sale

Don't miss out on this chance to spread holiday cheer (and breakfast love)!
Head to Penny Ann's Cafe
234 S 500 W Ste. 101 West Bountiful

🌟 Apartment Listing:
Charming Apartment Awaits at
398 W State St, Farmington, UT!

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Enjoy $500 OFF Your First Month's Rent! 🎉

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Step into the comfort of your newly remodeled living space in Farmington, Utah! This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom downstairs unit combines modern living with coziness and convenience. It's not just an apartment, it's your next home where memories will be made and cherished.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to elevate your living experience. Seize this deal and start your new chapter in a place you'll love!
Schedule a Showing or Apply Online

🎄The Giving Tree

The Community Social Club is conducting "The Giving Tree" project for Christmas to provide gifts and a joyful experience to individuals with disabilities and families in need. Community members can participate by donating wrapped gifts or contributing via Cash App and Venmo for gift cards. All donations are tax-deductible and will help make the holiday season special for those less fortunate.

For more information, contact Heidi Bernal at 801-814-1013

🎄Don’t forget to visit the Wheelwright family home for an amazing light show - every night from 5:30-10:00. (1537 North 175 West, Bountiful) 👉Don’t forget to turn your radios to 99.3
🎅🌟December 16th at 6:00-7:30 Santa will be there handing out treats to everyone who comes by. He will be available for pictures free of charge. And he will stop by randomly until Christmas.

💰Donations will be accepted to help a few families this year. Any help would be appreciated. We have Venmo set up @momma-tish, or can take other donations at the house.
Get a SNEAK PEAK by clicking here!

Bountiful Junior High Madrigals Illuminate This is the Place Park with Festive Melodies

The Bountiful Junior High Madrigals, with their heartwarming holiday performance at This is the Place Park, truly touched the hearts of all who gathered. Their voices, blending in perfect harmony, filled the air with a festive melody, weaving a tapestry of joy and enchantment. It was more than just a concert; it was a celebration of the holiday spirit, drawing the community closer in a shared experience of togetherness and cheer.

☃️ Winter Break

December 21st 2023 - January 2nd 2024
January 3rd 2024 - No School, Professional Development
See school calendar

⭐Mark your calendars for the
West Davis Highway Opening Celebration!
January 6th ! 10:00 a.m.👇👇👇
The 950 N. Bridge over West Davis Highway
in Farmington

North Salt Lake

Ongoing:
😋 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

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

December 19th, 7:00 pm: Christmas With The Gibbons Family
Woods Cross High School Auditorium 👇🎄👇🎄👇

Bountiful 

December 14th 4:30 - 7:00 pm
Holiday Pop Up Party
Join us at Vivum Lash Artistry for our Holiday Market with several local vendors and small businesses and Pictures with Santa!
390 N. 500 W. Bountiful

🎅 December 16, Saturday at 12 - 6 pm, Santa Claus at Real Deals in Bountiful - Come get pictures and drop off your letters to Santa!
Click Here for a Christmas Sneak Peak of this Beautiful Store!

🎅 Santa will be at the Bountiful Museum
December 18th, 4:00 - 7:00 -
Bring in the kids and take a photo with Santa. Tell your family and friends.
This is a FREE event.

Centerville

Pioneer Christmas

December 19th - 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
🎅 Santa Claus is coming to the Whitaker Museum!  
Come visit, get a picture with Santa, enjoy the magical pioneer Christmas ambience this holiday season at the
Whitaker Museum (168 North Main St., Centerville, UT).

Free Event! But reservations are REQUIRED to guarantee a spot. Walk ins are subject to wait for reserved spots.
Call Lisa to book your reservations - 801.335.8843

🕺The Good Vibes Dance Studio's Presents The "Snow Ball" Request Your Dance Event

Saturday, December 16th, 7:30 pm - 12 am

The Good Vibes Dance Studio's "Snow Ball" Request Your Dance Event is a unique, inclusive, and festive gathering that combines holiday cheer with a diverse range of dance styles. Attendees can request their preferred dance style, learn new forms from experienced instructors, and enjoy a judgment-free, welcoming atmosphere. The event, open to all ages and backgrounds, offers a fun and engaging way to celebrate the holiday season through dance.

🕯️December: thru - 23rd, 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Candlelight Christmas - This Is The Place Heritage

🎆 December 31st, 6:30 pm - 1:00 am, New Years Eve Masquerade Ball 75 South West Temple, Salt Lake City (Tickets $60 - $150)

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Roast Chestnuts Day on December 14 celebrates the historical and cultural tradition of roasting chestnuts, a holiday symbol of warmth. Originating from the Americas and Asia, chestnuts have been a nutritious staple in diets for centuries. The roasting tradition dates back to ancient Greeks and Romans and is a highlight of the Christmas season.

Chestnuts were first used by Native Americans and spread across Europe by Alexander the Great and the Romans. The U.S., now a minor producer mainly due to a historical blight, imports most chestnuts from Italy.

This day encourages people to enjoy the health benefits of chestnuts, rich in vitamins and minerals, through various recipes and by listening to holiday classics like Nat King Cole's "The Christmas Song."

Roast Chestnuts Day underscores the significance of chestnuts in holiday traditions and global cuisine.

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