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πŸŒŸπŸŽ‰ Handcart Days Parade Highlights, Crossing Guard Call, & Trees Banned in Parking Strips🌳

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Handcart Days Parade: A Grand Celebration of Community Spirit and Tradition!

BOUNTIFUL β€” From its humble beginnings in 1950 to becoming one of the largest parades in the state, Handcart Days has blossomed into a beloved tradition for Bountiful and its neighboring cities. What started with less than 2,500 spectators has grown to attract tens of thousands, all eager to see the spectacular floats, majestic horses, antique cars, and more.

Mark your calendars for this year’s parade, kicking off at 9 a.m. on July 20, with the inspiring theme β€œOnward and Upward.” The route begins at 1500 South, stretches to 400 North, and concludes at 100 West.

Jill Frasier, our dedicated parade chair, shared the incredible scale of this event. β€œThere are 13 LDS stakes involved and more than 200 volunteers,” she said. β€œWe have the Jeep Posse and 65 ham radio operators working with us. The radio operators ensure smooth communication throughout the parade, helping us adjust the pace as needed.”

Jill emphasized the deep-rooted tradition of the event. β€œPeople call us as early as January to plan their family vacations around Handcart Days. It’s a community event that truly brings people together.”

Handcart Days commemorates the arduous journey and resilience of the handcart pioneers who trekked to Utah. Though it started in Bountiful, it now embraces the entire South Davis community.

β€œWe want everyone in the community to feel included,” Jill added. β€œThe parade lasts about an hour and a half, and we have over 90 entries lined up.”

This year’s Grand Marshal is Sandy Inman, a key figure behind the Bountiful History Museum. β€œShe has greatly contributed to our community,” Jill noted.

The parade promises delightful surprises, with over 50 horse entries and six bands, including the crowd-favorite Wasatch District Pipe Band. Jill excitedly mentioned, β€œHardware Ranch is bringing their Clydesdales, and the Utah National Guard will be there. The parade will end with the Major Brent Taylor Foundation’s big flag, proudly carried by youth councils from Woods Cross, West Bountiful, and Bountiful.”

Expect to see grand floats from KSL, Chick-Fil-A, and Young Automotive. Jill explained a new rule this year: β€œUnless they’re a sponsor, they can’t have a banner. We want to raise the quality of the parade and avoid it feeling like an advertisement. The floats should show some effort.”

Jill also shared, β€œWe’ve provided funds to the Val Verda stake and Kings Cross Church in Farmington to build floats. We aim to include the whole community.”

An exciting addition this year is a special section showcasing classic, muscle, and super cars, adding more excitement for car enthusiasts.

The parade entries are thoughtfully staged along the route for variety and enjoyment. β€œWe want to be accommodating. For example, if someone is blowing bubbles, we ensure they’re not in the mayor’s face,” Jill laughed. β€œCross E is bringing goats and other animals, so we carefully plan their placement too.”

Our wonderful volunteers will ensure everything runs smoothly, even following the horses to clean up. β€œForty-eight families are assigned different sections to pick up garbage,” Jill shared.

Spectators, please remember, you can set up your chairs starting at 9 p.m. Friday night. Any early setups will be collected by the police and can be retrieved at the station.

The police and city departments provide incredible support, from setting up barricades to using drones for safety checks, and assisting with street cleanup.

There won’t be an announcer this year, Jill mentioned. β€œAfter COVID, we found it costly and time-consuming.

For those eager to see the lineup, you can view the entry list online now at this link.

In addition to the parade, enjoy fun events at Bountiful City Park on Friday night and after the parade on Saturday. Friday’s activities run from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring a Peter Breinholt concert from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday’s festivities start at 10 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m., with a fireworks show at 10 p.m. at Mueller Park Junior High.

Thank you Jill and the Handcart Days Parade Committee for your devoted countless hours to organizing this event. It’s going to be an unforgettable event filled with community spirit and joy!

If you’d like more information about this event go to www.handcartdays.org.

Bountiful Police Seek Community Heroes for Crossing Guard Positions

The Bountiful Police Department is actively recruiting crossing guards to help keep the streets safe for children and pedestrians. This part-time role is perfect for community-minded individuals, offering flexible hours and the opportunity to make a positive difference. Interested candidates can apply online or contact the police department for more information.

Apply by visiting the Bountiful Police Department's website at www.bountifulcitypd.com or by calling 801-298-6000 for more details. The Bountiful Police Department is dedicated to protecting the community, one crosswalk at a time, and encourages enthusiastic individuals to step into this rewarding role.

New Rules Could See Park Strip Trees Banned in Centerville

Centerville may ban trees in park strips due to safety and infrastructure concerns, requiring residents to follow strict guidelines or face the removal of non-compliant trees. Public discussions are ongoing.

The city encourages residents to stay informed about these potential changes and participate in public discussions to voice their opinions.

For more information, you can visit the Centerville city website's park-strip application page.

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All American Sheds & Garages has announced that they will be closing their doors. This decision was made by their corporate headquarters due to the challenging economy and lagging sales. They have a 30-day window to sell as many sheds and garages as possible, offering substantial discounts to their customers.

In addition to sheds and garages, they are also selling almost brand-new office furniture at great prices. The company expressed their gratitude for the support they have received over the past year and described their journey as fun and interesting.

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