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In this Issue . . .

😂 Daily Chuckle

⛅ Local Area Weather

🥳 Happy New Year from The Bountiful Buzz!

⁉️ Did You Know? Centerville now has Community Glass Recycling bins. Also, a new Wingstop is coming to Woods Cross!

Local Event Showcase - Mom’s Grief Support Group, FREE Winter Running Clinic 

Local News 

📰 Residents Dream Big for Woods Cross in 2025

📰 Former Student Sues Davis School District Over Racial Harassment Allegations

🏈 🏀 ⚾️ ⚽︎ Legal Ruling Opens Varsity Sports to All International Students in Utah

🎄 City Christmas Tree Pick-up Schedules

💲 Local Deals!

🏫 School Happenings

👉 Events & Entertainment 

⭐️ Support Local Business Partners

✔️ How are you liking the Bountiful Buzz? Reader’s Poll

👉  Advertising Opportunities

What did the New Year say to the old year?

I’m outta here, see ya never!

👉 Discover Signature Carpet Care,
a local sponsor of the Bountiful Buzz

Helping keep our community’s homes fresh, clean, and welcoming.

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⁉️ Did You Know? Centerville now has Community Glass Recycling bins

👉 Now open for business! If you haven’t brought your glass items to Community Park yet, now’s the time to start! Glass can be recycled endlessly without losing quality—80% of recovered glass containers are made into new bottles, while the rest is used for industrial goods. Let’s do our part to keep Centerville sustainable! 🌎 ♻️
 📍 1350 N 400 W, Centerville, UT 84014

Did You Know? A new Wingstop is coming to Woods Cross! 🍗🎉 Get excited to satisfy your cravings for wings, fries, and sauces galore.

🗓 Opening Day: January 13th, 2025
 📍 Location: 618 W. 2600 S, Woods Cross, UT 84087
 📞 Contact: +1 (385) 786-9464

Mark your calendars and prepare to dig in! 🥳🍴

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]

❄️ FREE Winter Running Clinic with Coach Lora Erickson (@theblonderunner)

📅 Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025 | 6:30–7:30 PM
 📍 South Davis Rec Center

🏃‍♂️ Learn about winter running gear, injury prevention, staying motivated, setting goals, treadmill and strength training tips, plus enjoy a Q&A with Coach Lora!

🎁 Giveaways & Prizes included! Bring a friend and join the fun!
✉️ RSVP: [email protected]

Residents Dream Big for Woods Cross in 2025

Woods Cross City is growing, and its community members are eager to help shape its future. A lively discussion on a local community page invited residents to share their visions for the city in 2025. The responses were as varied as they were passionate, reflecting the desires and concerns of those who call Woods Cross home.

One recurring suggestion was to address the impact of train traffic, with many requesting bridges over the railroad tracks and a solution to noisy train horns that disrupt the peace. Improved traffic flow also emerged as a top priority, with residents advocating for a green turn light at 2600 South and 800 West, better roads, and safer intersections.

Quality of life enhancements were another popular theme. Some dream of new restaurants, live entertainment venues, and retail stores like Trader Joe’s, Aldi, and Raising Cane’s. Others emphasized the importance of preserving open spaces, expanding farmland, and creating more affordable, unique housing options instead of "cookie-cutter" developments.

Safety and recreation also made the list. From managing pesky gophers in parks to enforcing helmet use for scooter riders, residents are keen to see their city become safer and more enjoyable for all ages. Calls for more community events, a skatepark, a rec center, and additional green spaces highlighted a collective yearning for stronger community bonds and outdoor enjoyment.

The conversation showcased the heart of Woods Cross—a city deeply connected to its residents, who are eager to see it evolve in ways that respect its charm and address its challenges.

Former Student Sues Davis School District Over Racial Harassment Allegations

A former Davis School District student has filed a lawsuit alleging persistent racial harassment during her time in school. She claims the district and a teacher, who was also her coach, failed to address repeated incidents of discrimination, including racial slurs and demeaning behavior from peers. This comes after a 2021 DOJ report criticized the district for inadequate responses to racial harassment. While the district promised reforms, the lawsuit argues meaningful change hasn’t occurred, seeking accountability for the harmful environment minority students face.

Legal Ruling Opens Varsity Sports to All International Students in Utah

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction preventing the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) from enforcing a rule that restricted international students on F1 visas from participating in varsity sports. This decision allows these students to engage fully in high school athletics while the legal case proceeds.

The UHSAA had implemented the rule to address concerns about competitive balance and alleged recruitment violations involving international athletes. However, the court found that the rule likely discriminates against F1 visa students, potentially violating equal protection rights and federal supremacy clauses.

This ruling is significant for Utah's high school sports community, as it ensures that international students on F1 visas can participate in varsity sports without restrictions during the ongoing legal proceedings.

🎄City Christmas Tree Pickup🎄

🎄 Centerville City Christmas Tree Pickup
Date: Saturday, January 4, 2025

Centerville City will collect live Christmas trees on Saturday, January 4, 2025. No sign-up is required. To ensure pickup, place your tree in the park strip the night before and follow these guidelines:

• Remove all lights and decorations.

• Make sure your tree is visible if it snows.

For questions, contact the Public Works Department at 801-292-8232.

🎄 West Bountiful City Christmas Tree Pickup
Dates: Monday, January 6, 2025 - Tuesday, January 7, 2025

West Bountiful City will provide curbside Christmas tree pickup from January 6–7, 2025. Place your tree on the curb by January 6 to ensure collection.

Be sure to remove all decorations, lights, and stands before placing your tree out.

Add this to your calendar to avoid missing this service!

🎄 Woods Cross City Christmas Tree Pickup
Date: Monday, January 7, 2025

Woods Cross City will collect Christmas trees on Monday, January 7, 2025. Place your tree on the curb before collection day and ensure all decorations, lights, and trimmings are removed.

🎄 Farmington City Christmas Tree Pickup
Date: Saturday, January 11, 2025

Farmington City will collect Christmas trees on Saturday, January 11, 2025. Crews will make only one pass through neighborhoods. To ensure pickup, place your tree on the curb by 6:00 AM and follow these guidelines:

• Place trees near the sidewalk (not in a bag).

• Remove all stands, decorations, and lights.

• Trees over 8 feet must be cut into shorter lengths.

• Keep trees visible on top of snow for easy spotting.

• Flocked trees will not be accepted.

🎄 Bountiful City Christmas Tree Pickup
Dates: January 6–17, 2025

🎄 What to Do:

• Remove all lights and decorations.

• Lay your tree down flat (do not stand it up).

• Place it on your park strip or curb.

• Only natural (green waste) trees will be collected.

🚜 Note: Street crews will pick up trees as they go through routes, which may not align with your regular garbage day.

📞 Questions? Call the Streets Department at 801-298-6175.

😋 Makmak Thai Cuisine On Bountiful Main Street
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$8 Happy Hour Special at MakMak Thai Cuisine 

• Come by MakMak Monday to Friday, 1-4 PM, and enjoy amazing deals on our most popular dishes, served fast and fresh!

• Choose from: - Pad Thai - Fried Rice* - Khao Soi - Yellow Curry
  - Massaman Curry - Panang Curry (available Thursday & Friday)

• 🧋 Add a Fountain Drink for just $1 - 😋 Add an Egg Roll for just $1

👟 CleanKIX Shoe Cleaning Special 

• Bring in 2 pairs of shoes for cleaning, and get the 3rd pair cleaned for FREE! 

🏠 Get your free passes now to the Northern Utah Home Show at the Davis Conference Center!

February 7 & 8, 2025 - Friday 11 am - 8pm
Shop, compare & save on home improvement, remodeling and landscaping. Don’t miss out - this event is a game-changer for any homeowner looking to elevate their living space.

👉 Share the happenings at your schools!
Reply to this email and let us know all the deets!

❄️ Local schools are on winter break! Classes resume on January 7th. Enjoy the holiday season, students and teachers!

Local High Schools Event Calendars

Bountiful High School
Viewmont High School
Farmington High School
Woods Cross High School

👉 We Would Love to Feature Your Events!
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• January 2-5, 5:30 to 9 pm. ZooLights at Utah Hogle Zoo 👉 More info or Buy Tickets 

• Sunday January 5th, 3:30 - 5:30pm, “What’s Your Spiritural New Year’s Resolution? (Free Event) Station Park, 140 N Station Pkwy 2nd floor balcony Farmington

• Saturday, January 25th - 7pm, The 80’s Prom, Bountiful Elk’s Lodge (544 west 400 north, West Bountiful)

The Book Garden
✨ Fall in love with your next great read! ✨

Blind Date with a Book
Available starting:
 📅 January 17th at 3 Goats Gruff
 📅 January 18th at The Book Garden

🎁 Unwrap the mystery and discover a book you never knew you needed! Each "Blind Date" comes carefully wrapped with a few hints to pique your interest.
📌 Available until February 28th or while supplies last.
💻 Purchase online: Blind Date with a Book
 🏪 Or visit us in person at either shop!

Reenew Wellness Center
Natural Health and Wellness Festival 

🗓 January 18th | 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
 ✨ Enjoy healthy food, insightful classes from wellness experts, unique booths featuring organic products, massages, books by local authors, free demos, and exclusive deals!

Ongoing Events:

• 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!

Business Networking

• Every Wednesday at 11:15 am - Benchmark Business Referral Group: At Joy Luck Restaurant - 566 West 1350 South Woods Cross Reach out if you have any questions - Call or Text (801) 694-9497

• 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.

Recreation Programs:

Farmington Parks & Recreation -

• Adult Programs

• Youth Programs

South Davis Recreation -

• Adult & Youth Programs

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