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📰 House Party Dispute Escalates to Shooting in Syracuse, One Hurt

📰 Citizens Unite at Capitol to Demand Action for Great Salt Lake's Survival

📰  Davis County Sheriff's Office Raises Alarm on Rising Online Predator Threats to Children

🏊‍♀️ Davis Girls Dominate in Pool, Farmington Boys Make a Splash in Recent Meets

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

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• 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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House Party Dispute Escalates to Shooting in Syracuse, One Hurt

In Syracuse, Utah, a juvenile male was injured following a confrontation at a local house party. The incident occurred on the night of January 21, 2024, in the area of 1175 S. 1950 West, where a party involving several young individuals was taking place.

According to the Syracuse Police Department, officers arrived at the scene to find a young male with a gunshot wound in his leg. Emergency services promptly transported the victim to the hospital, where he is currently in stable condition. The initial investigation revealed that an altercation broke out among a group of juvenile males, which escalated, resulting in multiple gunshots being fired and the subsequent injury. Following the shooting, several individuals fled the scene.

The Syracuse Police Department has stated that this appears to be an isolated incident and reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat to community safety. Further details will be provided as the investigation progresses.

Citizens Unite at Capitol to Demand Action for Great Salt Lake's Survival

A significant rally was held by the Save Our Great Salt Lake coalition at the Capitol in Salt Lake City, calling for immediate legislative action to protect and restore the Great Salt Lake. The diverse group of attendees, including local residents and environmental activists, highlighted the urgent need for measures beyond those already proposed, emphasizing the lake's environmental significance.

Davis County Sheriff's Office Raises Alarm on Rising Online Predator Threats to Children

In the wake of recent arrests involving online predators in Utah, the Davis County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) is emphasizing the importance of parental vigilance in monitoring children's online activities. With the proliferation of social media apps, the risk of children encountering dangerous individuals has increased significantly. The DCSO highlighted that teenagers, particularly boys, are often unsuspecting victims of online predators who disguise themselves as peers. These predators frequently use tactics like forming long-term relationships or immediate extortion upon receiving personal photos from the teens.

Stephanie Dinsmore, Media & Community Engagement Manager for the DCSO, advises parents to regularly check their children's phones, including less obvious places like note apps, where kids may hide sensitive information. She stresses the necessity of open communication, ensuring children feel safe to approach parents with any issues. Dinsmore also urges parents to limit and monitor the use of cell phones by pre-teens and teenagers, given the disturbing nature of cases she has encountered in her role.

To further combat this issue, the DCSO has been offering internet safety classes for parents and children aged 12 and above. These classes are educating families on the dangers of online interactions and provide strategies to avoid falling prey to online predators. The DCSO's efforts also include working with the Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce to address these incidents, many of which are reported by victims themselves.

You can follow the DCSO facebook page here

Davis Girls Dominate in Pool, Farmington Boys Make a Splash in Recent Meets

In a recent display of aquatic prowess, the Davis girls' and Farmington boys' swimming teams emerged victorious in their respective meets. The Davis girls team triumphed over Weber with a score of 99 to 71, showcasing their versatility by swimming in events outside their usual forte. Their male counterparts, however, faced a narrow defeat against Weber with a close score of 88 to 82. Standout performances included first-place finishes by Garrett Barker, Micah Hale, Adlen Groberg, Garrick Bench, Bryson Bernhardt, Maureen Karren, Samuel Landheim, Nahlia Stewart, Julian Shaw, and Kate Whitlock.

The Davis team also performed exceptionally well in a multi-team meet against Syracuse, Fremont, and Farmington, with the girls securing the first position and the boys finishing third. The event was highlighted by several top-five finishes from team members, demonstrating the depth of talent in the squad.

Meanwhile, the Farmington boys' team clinched the top spot in a meet against Syracuse, Davis, and Fremont, while their female counterparts finished fourth, leading to an overall third-place for the Farmington program. Clarke Tholl's remarkable performance in the 100 breast and the 200 medley relay was a highlight, contributing significantly to the team's success. Brooke Belnap also shone brightly, winning the 100 fly event.

The Farmington team's success was further underscored by numerous swimmers achieving their personal best times, indicating a strong team performance. The coach pointed out particularly notable time drops in various events, showcasing the team's improvement and potential.

As both teams look forward to upcoming competitions, including the Mayors Cup, the swimmers are poised for more fast and exciting performances, buoyed by their recent successes.

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

Monday, January 22nd

• Paper Bag Junk Journaling: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  Bountiful Branch Library - 725 South Main Street

Wednesday, January 24th

• International Lego Party - 6:30 PM
  Centerville Branch Library - 45 S. 400 W. Centerville

Saturday, January 27th

Energy Healing Conference, 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Davis Conference Center - 1651 N 700 W, Layton

Monday, January 29th:

• 🏃🏃‍♀️ Winter Triathlon Class 6:30 - 8:30
  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

February 2nd

• EVENT: Organ Virtuoso Concert
  7:30 PM at The Tabernacle on Temple Square
  Free event open to the public.
  Outstanding music filled hour! Invite your neighbors, family, & friends!

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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