In this Bountiful Buzz Issue . . .

😂 Daily Chuckle

⛅ Local Area Weather

💨 Weather Alert: Snow Blankets the South as Northern Utah Faces Wind Fury

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📰 Utah Company in Hot Water Over Labor Trafficking Claims, Challenges Evidence Collection

📰 Bountiful Museum Seeks Community Contributions for Indigenous History Event

📰 New Crime Bills in Utah: Finding the Balance Between Accountability and Rehabilitation

🚌 School Happenings

⭐ Lots of Local Events & Happenings

📢 Announcements

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Daily Chuckle

Why did the washing machine go to a psychiatrist?

👉 It was feeling agitated! 🤣

Weather Alert: Snow Blankets the South as Northern Utah Faces Wind Fury

A storm system moving across Utah has brought varied weather conditions across the state. In southern Utah, heavy snowfall is anticipated on Thursday and Friday due to a low-pressure system moving towards the southwest, potentially delivering 10 to 20 inches of snow in some mountain ranges. Northern Utah, however, is facing strong wind gusts, with predictions of up to 60 mph or more, particularly affecting the Salt Lake Valley. These conditions are expected to challenge both travel and power stability in the affected regions.

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Utah Company in Hot Water Over Labor Trafficking Claims, Challenges Evidence Collection

A West Bountiful company, Rubicon Contracting, is currently embroiled in controversy following allegations of labor trafficking. The company and its executives, led by owner Rudy Lars Larsen, are accused of exploiting around 150 Mexican workers brought to the U.S. under H-2B visas, subjecting them to substandard wages, living conditions, and deportation threats. In a twist, Larsen disputes the search warrant's legitimacy, asserting it was based on misleading statements from the investigation's lead detective. This dispute has prompted a request for a Franks hearing to examine the warrant's validity and potentially dismiss the gathered evidence. A preliminary court hearing is anticipated in May to explore these charges further.

Bountiful Museum Seeks Community Contributions for Indigenous History Event

This April, the Bountiful Museum & Learning Center invites the community to contribute to and explore their upcoming exhibit, "Indigenous Presence in Davis County." Spearheaded by Ross Smedley, the event seeks photographs, stories, and artifacts to highlight the Indigenous history of the area, including the location of Jim Indian's grave. The month-long exhibit aims to offer an engaging look into the rich cultural heritage of Bountiful and Davis County, encouraging community involvement and historical appreciation.

New Crime Bills in Utah: Finding the Balance Between Accountability and Rehabilitation

In Utah, a wave of new legislation aimed at addressing crime has sparked a debate on its impact on public safety and mass incarceration. The recent legislative session saw the passage of multiple bills designed to toughen penalties, create new criminal offenses, and widen the scope of existing ones. This trend raises questions about the balance between ensuring accountability for offenders and the potential for increasing the state's prison population. Critics point to a shift away from previous efforts focused on rehabilitation and reducing penalties for nonviolent crimes, suggesting a return to more punitive approaches could counteract progress in criminal justice reform.

Volunteers Needed

Feed Utah Food Drive - Woods Cross High School 600 W. 2200 S.
March 16th, 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Sponsored By: Bountiful Food Pantry
👉 Sign up to volunteer

Don’t Miss This!👇

Boulton Elementary Presents High School Musical Jr.

Upcoming High School Theater Productions in April!
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Tonight! March 13th 👇👇👇

Service Project Opportunity

🐣 Are you looking for a fun service project?
Bountiful Food Pantry Is Calling for Pre-filled Plastic Egg Donations for Their Annual Easter Egg Hunt!

NOTE: all candy inside the eggs must remain packaged and sealed. Learn More Here!

Bountiful City - Essay Contest for 4th & 7th Graders

Deadline: March 15th
Share your favorite things in our essay contest for 4th and 7th graders. Learn more

Attention West Bountiful City Residents:

Volunteers needed for the West Bountiful City Independence Day Celebration: Carnival Committee, Parade Committee, Parade Announcers, and General Help
If you are interested call Remington Whiting at 801-292-4486 or [email protected]

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Featured Events

👉 Farmington Recreation center has a variety of
Adult and Youth Programs

🎼March 22 & 23 - 7:30 PM, Salt Lake Tabernacle
Lamb Of God Presented by Davis Interfaith Choir & Symphany

Upcoming Events:

Thru March 30th

• 10:00 am - 9:00 pm - Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt
  Station Park

Thursday, March 14th

• 6:30 pm - Gardening Advice from a Master Gardener!
  Centerville City Hall - 250 North Main Street

Friday, March 15th

• 3:00 pm - 5 pm - Woods Cross Police Dept, Meet a Cop event.
  Handel’s Ice Cream Shop, located at 2468 S Main Street in Woods Cross

Saturday, March 16th 

• 8pm - 12am Salt Air Paranormal Investigation
  Event by Grimm Ghost Tours

Thursday, March 21st

• 4:00 - 7:00 pm Free Mental Health Screening for Youth (11-18 Years)
  North Davis Jr. High School, Clearfield
  Register before March 12th at http://dbhutah.org/screening

Saturday, March 23rd

• 9:00 - 10:30 am - Bountiful City Bunny Hop
  Bountiful Town Square, 165 S Main - Bring your own easter basket

Wednesday, March 27th

• 7:00 pm - Irish Spring Concert, By Loch, Mountain and Valley
  Viewmont High School (Free Admission)

Saturday, March 30th

9:00 am Sharp, Centerville Easter Egg Hunt - 0-14 yrs of age
Free Event, Centerville Community Park (1350 North 400 West)

Multi-date Events:

March 12th - 16th

• 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Simple Treasures Spring Boutique
  Legacy Events Center, Farmington

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  March 18th - April 13th

  • Seussical The Musical - Centerpoint Legacy Theatre
    Buy Tickets
    

  March 29th & 30th

  9:00 am - 3:00 pm, Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt - Hill Aerospace Museum

Ongoing Events:

• Every Wednesday at 11:15 am - Benchmark Business Referral Group:
  Do you have a business in the Bountiful area? We want to help spread the word for you?? Lets celebrate your business! Come meet together each week with other Entrepreneurs who refer business to each other. Bring a $1 bill and plan on buying your lunch. At Costa Vida Restaurant - 501 West 2600 South Bountiful. Reach out if you have any questions - Call or Text (801) 872-3030

• 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

Game Haven - 6:30 - 9:30, Every Friday Night
273 W 500 S Bountiful
Friday Night Magic - Join us for our FNM Magic Tourneys Every Friday night. Come earn prizes, play with friends and have fun! Starts at 6:30 pm.
Each week we will be hosting a $5 Tournament for players with a bigger prize pool! Play Modern, or Commander or whatever people want to play in addition each week.
Great prizes and a chance at winning WPN Promo Packs!

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