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Local News

📰 Locals Say Public Safety is Being Ignored as Farmington Expands

📰 After Tragic Loss, Layton Family Forgives Driver and Seeks Support

📰 Utah's Summer Ranks Among Hottest and Driest on Record as Drought Deepens

🏐 Woods Cross Girls Volleyball Stays Perfect with Sweep Over Mountain Ridge

🏈 High School Football Schedules 
⚽ 🏀 🏈 ⚾ 🏐 All Local Highschool Sports Schedules

🍃 Wellness Wednesday with Erin - Being open to receiving abundance with grace. 💰

☺️ This Week’s Events - Popsicles on the Porch, Free Financial Literacy Class Series

📣 Announcements - Vendors wanted for Octoberfest

⭐️ Local Event Showcase - Celebrating 25 Years of Simple Treasures! 🌟

👏 Community Cares - 💛 and 1st Annual Golf FUNdraiser for Saint Olaf Catholic School , 🧥🧦 Coat & Essentials Drive for Foxboro Neighbors

🤑 Local Deals

🍎 Farmers Markets, Food Trucks

🎉 Upcoming HighSchool Reunions - Bountiful Braves Class of ’65 – 60-Year Reunion! 🎉 , BHS Class of 1970 55th Reunion

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Locals Say Public Safety is Being Ignored as Farmington Expands

Farmington residents are voicing mounting frustration over ongoing construction projects that seem to have no end in sight. The maze of orange cones, blocked roads, and detour signs have become part of daily life, raising concerns about public safety and the city's development priorities.

One resident took to theFarmington community Facebook page this week to highlight ongoing issues at the Burke Lane and Innovator Drive intersection. Despite repeated outreach to city officials, residents say the same problems persist: malfunctioning traffic lights that have yet to be activated, a lack of pedestrian infrastructure near popular trail exits, and cars routinely ignoring stop signs.

Concerns aren’t limited to inconvenience. Many fear that the city's push to fill every available space with high-density housing and commercial complexes is outpacing its commitment to infrastructure and public safety.

Local voices are growing louder, calling for greater accountability from city leadership. Some residents are questioning whether enough input is being taken from the community, especially as developments continue to rise while basic safety upgrades lag behind.

For many, the situation has gone beyond frustration—it’s become a question of trust in city planning and leadership.

After Tragic Loss, Layton Family Forgives Driver and Seeks Support

A Layton family is grieving the heartbreaking loss of two-year-old Ada, who was struck and killed by a truck near a car wash last Friday. Her family is now speaking publicly for the first time, sharing their pain and asking for compassion during this difficult time.

According to relatives, Ada and her four-year-old sister were playing in a gated area while their mother briefly stepped away. Ada wanted to see her mom, so her sister opened the gate. As they walked hand-in-hand, a truck entered the lot and hit Ada. Despite being airlifted to the hospital, she did not survive.

The accident follows another major loss: Ada’s father passed away two years ago. Her mother, Angela, was beginning to rebuild her life when this second tragedy struck.

The family has faced hurtful comments online, but they are urging the public to withhold blame. The 18-year-old driver is not facing charges, and the family has extended forgiveness, calling the incident a tragic accident.

Ada is remembered as a sweet and deeply loved little girl. In her memory, the family has started a GoFundMe to help cover funeral expenses:
👉 Donate Here

Utah's Summer Ranks Among Hottest and Driest on Record as Drought Deepens

Utah’s summer of 2025 was one of extremes—hot, dry, and unpredictable. It ranked as the sixth-warmest and 18th-driest on record, with most rainfall coming late in the season. August storms brought much-needed relief to some areas, even causing flooding in parts of Weber County, but much of the state stayed parched. Central counties like Summit and Sanpete saw some of their driest summers ever. The late rain helped improve mountain soil moisture, a key factor for winter water supply, but with 80% of Utah still in severe drought and reservoir levels falling fast, the state enters fall hoping for more storms to ease the strain.

🏐 Woods Cross Girls Volleyball Stays Perfect with Sweep Over Mountain Ridge

The Woods Cross Wildcats continued their stellar volleyball season with a commanding 3-0 sweep over the Mountain Ridge Sentinels, stretching their winning streak to ten straight matches. The Wildcats showed no signs of slowing down as they turned in a confident performance, exacting revenge for a previous 3-0 loss to the Sentinels in their last encounter.

Leading the charge was Avery Poulton, who delivered a powerful offensive display with 19 kills. Supporting the attack was Zamari Christensen, who kept the offense flowing with 29 assists. From the service line, Sarah Robison kept the pressure on with four aces, helping to maintain momentum throughout the match.

With this latest win, Woods Cross improved to a perfect 9-0 on the season. They have since notched another victory, a 3-0 sweep over Lone Peak on September 6. Mountain Ridge, now sitting at 12-3, bounced back quickly with a 3-1 win against Mountain View in their next match.

🏈 Local High School Football Schedules 🏈

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We’ve got you covered! Click below for the official sports calendars for each of our local Highschools.

👉 Woods Cross Wildcats

👉 Viewmont Vikings

👉 Bountiful Redhawks

👉 Farmington Phoenix

🎉 Cheer on your favorite teams and mark your calendars for the big games! 🎉

🌿 Wellness Wednesday with Erin 🌿

Fear of Asking & Receiving Money 💰

So many women in business quietly wrestle with the fear of asking for what they’re worth—or receiving with ease. This month in the Sacred Wealth Circle, we’ll explore how to release those fears through ritual, embodiment, and sisterhood support. You’ll leave feeling more grounded in your value and open to receiving abundance with grace.

📅 Event Details
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | 7–9 PM MTN
Where: Soul Elevation Wellness Center, 485 S 100 E, Bountiful, UT
Contribution: $44 per circle Pay Here
✨ Space is limited—reserve your spot today.

💫 The Sacred Wealth Circle runs every 3rd Wednesday from Sept 17, 2025 through March 18, 2026, 7–9 PM MTN.
💸 Payment Options: 
Monthly $44 | 6-Month $240 (save $24) | Full Year $444 + Bonus Session

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✨ Explore All Upcoming Classes & Events:
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📞 Contact Soul Elevation Wellness
To schedule or ask questions, call or text: 801‑201‑3925
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👇 HAPPENING TONIGHT! 👇

Cool Conversations & Popsicles 🍧

Join Bountiful City Councilwomen Kate Bradshaw and Beth Child, along with Dan Bell, for a relaxed neighborhood gathering! Come connect, ask questions, and enjoy a popsicle as summer winds down.

📅 Wednesday, September 10
🕡 6:30 – 8:00 PM
📍 Hosted by Scott & Marie Bradshaw, and Ike & Maggie Bradshaw
36 East 1400 South, Bountiful, UT

All are welcome—bring your curiosity, your community spirit, and a neighbor or two!

👇 HAPPENING THIS FRIDAY! 👇

Free Financial Literacy Class Series
Friday, September 12th

📣 Announcement

 Vendors Wanted for Bountiful Octoberfest! 🍂

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 18th, 12–8 PM at the Cal Ranch parking lot in Bountiful! Octoberfest will be packed with trick-or-treating, food trucks, fall shopping, vendors, raffle prizes, music, games, and family fun.

👉 Organizer Dustin Conk is looking for more vendors and small business owners to join the lineup. He is the only person collecting vendor info — if you’d like to participate, DM him here: Message Dustin on Facebook.

Don’t miss this chance to showcase your business at one of Bountiful’s biggest fall events! 🍁✨

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👇 THIS WEEK! 👇

🌟 Bountiful Day of Service – Join In!
Saturday, September 13th, 2025

Bountiful residents are invited to come together for the Annual Day of Service honoring the memory of September 11, 2001 through unity and community care.

This year’s focus project is a Food Drive for the Bountiful Food Pantry. Watch for donation bags and flyers on your doorstep and place items on your porch by 8:00 a.m. for pickup, or drop them off at the Pantry anytime.

Other volunteer opportunities (9:00–11:00 a.m.) include:

• Mueller Park Jr. High Park – paint dugouts, weed, and clean up.

• Bountiful Pond – trail, pavilion, and recreation cleanup.

• Trail Project – maintain trails and remove invasive plants.

• Neighborhood Fire Mitigation – help clear undergrowth around hillside homes.

There are also at-home projects (Pantry Packs, notes for children, hygiene kits) and options to give a monetary donation to support fresh food at the Pantry.

✅ Mark your calendars and pitch in wherever you can—together we can make Bountiful shine! 👉 Learn More

🇺🇸 Farmington 9/11 Day of Service – Saturday, September 13th 2025

Farmington residents are invited to join together for the 9/11 Day of Service at Woodland Park at 8:00 a.m.

Come lend a hand in cleaning up the park while honoring the spirit of unity and service. Every effort helps keep our community spaces welcoming and beautiful.

✨ Bring your family, neighbors, and friends—your support truly makes a difference! 👉 Learn More

👇 THIS WEEK! 👇

🌟 Celebrating 25 Years of Simple Treasures! 🌟

Sept. 9–13 • Western Sports Park, Farmington
🎉 A Boutique Experience Like No Other – Over 250 Local Shops Under One Roof!

This isn’t just another shopping event — it’s a 25-year tradition of creativity, community, and one-of-a-kind finds! Step into a world of handcrafted magic, delicious treats, and locally made treasures at the Simple Treasures Fall Boutique, happening September 9–13 at the newly upgraded Western Sports Park (Legacy Events Center) in Farmington.

🎈 Why You'll Love It
Whether you're a first-timer or a long-time fan, this year's show is bigger and better than ever! The construction is complete, and everything is under one roof for the ultimate boutique browsing experience. Expect a delightful mix of:

🧡 Fall, Halloween & Home Décor
🧡 Trendy Boutique Clothing & Accessories
🧡 Handmade Jewelry & Baby Gifts
🧡 Metal Décor, Neighbor Gifts & Yummy Treats
🧡 Unique, handcrafted goods from Utah’s most talented local artisans

💥 Special Details Just for You
🛍️ Extended Hours:
Tues–Fri: 9AM–9PM | Sat: 9AM–6PM

🎟️ Tickets: Pre-purchase online & save 50% with code STHALF  at  www.simpletreasures.boutique | $7 at the door | Central Checkout | All major cards accepted

📍 Location: Western Sports Park – 25 N Sports Park Way, Farmington, UT

📞 Info Line: (801) 814-8670
📧 [email protected]

🎊 Come celebrate 25 amazing years of supporting small businesses, shopping local, and finding something truly special. Mark your calendars, grab your besties, and make a day of it. You’ll leave inspired — and probably with bags full of treasures!

🛍️ Let’s make this the best year yet. See you at the boutique!

👇 Meet Dr. Grover! 👇
🎥 Click Here 👉 for a Personal Video Message

💛 Support the Leonard Family

The Farmington community is mourning the tragic loss of teenager Connor Leonard, who passed away on September 5th after a devastating accident. Known for his bright smile and kind heart, Connor touched many lives.

A GoFundMe has been set up to help his family with funeral expenses and to give them space to grieve. If you’d like to support, please consider donating or sharing the fundraiser: GoFundMe – Rally for the Leonard Family

🐾 Davis Shelter Needs Your Help

The Davis County Animal Shelter in Fruit Heights is in need of used blankets and towels (no comforters with stuffing).

📍 Drop-off: 1422 E 600 N, Fruit Heights
🕙 Hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM, Sat 12–4 PM (kennels closed 12–1 PM daily)
📞 Info: (801) 444-2200

If you can’t make it to the shelter, DM Tera Marsh for a local drop-off option. Your donations make a big difference! 💛

💛 ProjectGiveBack – Sunday, Sept 28th @ 2:30 PM 💛

Join us at Pioneer Park as we serve our unsheltered brothers & sisters with food, clothing, prayer, and love. ✨
We’re collecting: clothes, socks, backpacks, hygiene care, blankets & more. 🙌
Ministries, volunteers, & donations welcome—every prayer and act of kindness makes a difference!
👉 Connect with Jen here: 👉 ProjectGiveBack Facebook Page

🐝 Spread the word. Show the love.

🧥🧦 Layers of Love - October 11th

Quick links 👇

• Amazon Wishlist Link

• Sign up to Volunteer

Bountiful Farmers Market:

• Thursdays 4:00pm - 8:00pm
  June 19 - October 16 (75 East 200 South, Bountiful)
  👉 more info

Syracuse Farmers Market

• Thursdays 5:00pm - 9:00pm
  May to October at Regional Museum (1891 W 1700 S Syracuse)

Down Town Farmers Market

• Saturdays 8:00am - 2:00pm
  Jun 7 - October 25 (349 West 300 South, SLC)

Bountiful League Night

• Tuesdays & Fridays | 5:00pm - 8:00pm | 54 East 100 South Bountiful 👉 More Info

North Salt Lake Food Trucks and Vendor Fair

• Mondays | 5:00pm - dusk 👉 More Info

Farmington Crossing

🚚 Farmington Food Truck Lineup 🍴
Looking for a fun way to spice up dinner and connect with neighbors? Farmington Crossing is bringing the flavor all summer long with a tasty food truck schedule right in the church parking lot (4:30–7:30 PM). Mark your calendars and come hungry!

Upcoming Schedule

• September
  9/8 – Mama's Toasted Cheeser
  9/19 – Na-Cho’s Average Nachos

📍Location: Church Parking Lot (980 Shephard Church Drive, Farmington)
💬 Got a food truck to suggest? Let them know! 👉 See Facebook Post

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👋 Calling all alumni! Get ready to catch up with old friends and celebrate memories at these upcoming high school reunions.

 🎉Bountiful Braves Class of ’65 – 60-Year Reunion! 🎉
September 17th 2025

Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2025 | Time: 5:00–9:00 PM | Location: North Canyon Park, Bountiful | Join fellow Bountiful High alumni from the Class of 1965 for an evening of food, conversation, and reminiscing under the September skies. Let’s celebrate six decades of friendship and memories!

😋 Catered Chick-fil-A dinner cost $10 per person

📞 Questions and to register cash or check - Contact Dave Bradford at 801-583-5428 | 👉 Register Venmo - @David-Bradford-16

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September Events

Tuesday, Sept. 9

• 6–9 PM | 🌸 The Flower Bar Experience at Cross E Ranch
  Pick your own bouquet, sip bottomless limeades, and enjoy unlimited donuts. Perfect for a girls’ night, sister date, or romantic evening. Space is limited — reserve early! 👉 Learn More

Sept. 12th - 13th

• 🌻 Sunflower Festival Grand Opening Weekend | at Cross E Ranch | Wander acres of sunflowers, take dreamy photos, and pick your own blooms. Plus: raffles, a candy cannon, and a scavenger hunt with cash prizes! 👉 Get Tickets

• Sept. 12th –17th | 🌻 Sunflower Festival
  Enjoy the beauty of endless sunflower fields — perfect for strolling, snapping photos, and taking home a bouquet.

September 9th - 13th

• ✨ Simple Treasures Boutique – Fall Show ✨ Your favorite shopping tradition is back at Western Sports Park! 🛍️ Tickets are HALF OFF right now with code STHALF → Get Tickets 🎉 | One ticket is good for all 5 days of the show! Vendors restock every night, so there’s something new to discover each day.
  Tues–Fri: 9 AM–9 PM | Sat: 9 AM–6 PM
  💛 Come early, come often, and experience the magic of Simple Treasures!

Now thru September 14th

• Utah State Fair | 👉 Buy Tickets

Saturday, September 13th

• 9:00am - 12:00pm | Back to School Small Business Market | by HOTWORX NSL | ⭐️ Hey neighbors, happy back to school! HOTWORX by Lees is hosting a fun Back to School Market and you’re all invited—no RSVP needed! Come shop local and support small businesses. ❤️ 👉 Event Details & Info

Sept. 19 – Nov. 1 (Closed Sept. 18 & 30)

• 🎃 Fall Festival at Cross E Ranch | Celebrate autumn with festive activities for the whole family. From pumpkins to farm fun, it’s a fall tradition you won’t want to miss!

September 27th

• 10:00am - 6:00pm | Reenew Wellness Center
  Health & Wellness Festival

• Enjoy full access to all festival booths, hands-on wellness activities, tasty snacks, giveaways, and the chance to win exciting prizes. Plus, a few fun surprises along the way!

• Tickets: General pricing - $25 | Same-day at-door price - $35
  👉 More info | 👉 buy tickets

Gun Safety Series With Steve & Erin
Sept 27th & Oct 4th

October Events

October 2nd, 3rd & 4th and October 9th, 10th & 11th

• Farmington City Presents - The Mousetrap , Dinner Theater at the Farmington Community Arts Center - 120 South Main Street | 👉 Get Tickets

October 18th

• 12:00pm - 8:00pm | Octoberfest @ Cal Ranch Parking Lot, Bountiful | Trick or treat, Food trucks, Vendors, Fall Shopping, Raffle Prizes, Music, Games, family Fun

Ongoing Events

• ✨ First Friday of every month on Bountiful Main Street 6 -9 pm. | The first Friday of every month, Bountiful’s Main Street comes alive after hours with food trucks, art shows, late-night shopping, and family fun under the lights. A perfect night out to eat, shop, and connect with the community!

• ♟ Chess Night - Wednesdays | 6 – 8 pm at the Bountiful Library

  More info

• 👨🏻‍🍳 Harmons Cooking School

• 🔆 Reenew Wellness Center - Weekly Yoga Class: Every Wednesday at 10 am for a rejuvenating yoga session at (750 S. Main Street, Suite 101, Bountiful). It's just $5 for drop-ins, and your first class is on the house!

• 🎗️ Mom’s Grief Support Group- 👉 For Moms of and age who have lost a child. -First Wednesday of every month, 10:30 am - 11:45 am
  -Where: Resilient Solutions inc. (1355 N. Main St. Suite 1, Bountiful)
  -Questions? Call 801-755-0193 -Register at the following email: [email protected]

• New Perinatal Support Group for Moms in Bountiful

  Navigating pregnancy and new motherhood can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Perinatal Mental Health Support Group in Bountiful. Designed for pregnant and postpartum moms, this group offers a supportive, judgment-free space to connect and share.

  🗓 Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:00 PM
   💲 $20 per session or $100 for all six weeks

  For details or to register, contact Elena at [email protected] or 801-477-0127.

• North Salt Lake
  😋 Senior Lunch Brunch Every 2nd Wednesday at 11:00 am
  City Hall - 10 East Center Street, North Salt Lake

• Woods Cross
  😋 Senior Lunch Brunch - Every 2nd Thursday at Noon
  2297 S. 1200 W.

Business Networking

• Every Wednesday st 11:00 am - Benchmark Business Referral Group:
  At Costa Vida in Bountiful, 501 W. 2600 S.
  Reach out if you have any questions - Call or Text Brenda at (801) 694-9497

Recreation Programs:

Farmington Parks & Recreation -

• Adult Programs

• Youth Programs

South Davis Recreation -

• Adult & Youth Programs

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