Utah – Representing the Beehive State are linebacker Fred Warner (BYU), cornerback Jaylon Johnson (Utah), and offensive tackle Penei Sewell (Desert Hills High School). These local athletes will compete in the Pro Bowl Games in Orlando this February. Fred Warner, in his fifth Pro Bowl selection, has put together an impressive season, tallying 123 total … Read more
Utah – Utah’s plans to eliminate state income taxes on Social Security benefits remain uncertain, but legislative actions in the coming 2025 session could provide a clearer picture. Last month, the state’s Executive Appropriations Committee allocated $231 million for potential tax cuts, with $165 million in ongoing revenue and $66 million in one-time funds earmarked … Read more
Utah – A second Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agent, Nicholas Kindle, has been charged in federal court for allegedly using a confidential informant to sell illicit drugs that were seized as evidence. Kindle’s arrest comes three weeks after his alleged co-conspirator, special agent David Cole, was charged. Both face a felony drug distribution conspiracy … Read more
Weber County – The Weber County Commission approved the final reading of an ordinance on Tuesday to adopt the project area plan and budget for the Nordic Village community reinvestment area. The vote came after local residents expressed concerns about building density, tax increment financing, and water availability during public comments. The Nordic Village project, … Read more
Weber Canyon – Drivers are being urged to slow down after nearly a dozen vehicles were involved in crashes on Interstate 84 in Morgan County early Thursday morning. First responders are calling attention to the reckless driving habits that have become too common, as drivers seem overly confident in their abilities. The conditions along Weber … Read more
Ohio voters will soon decide whether to extend taxpayer-funded loans and grants for essential infrastructure projects, as the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP) faces reauthorization in May. Both the state House and Senate have approved House Joint Resolution 8 and Senate Joint Resolution 4, paving the way for a constitutional amendment on the May ballot. … Read more
Ohio – Braga Fresh, a fresh vegetables and salad company, has issued a voluntary advisory for a specific lot of washed and ready-to-eat broccoli florets sold at Walmart stores across 20 states. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports that the advisory applies to 12 oz. bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets. The precautionary measure … Read more
Ohio – State officials suspect bird flu as the cause of recent waterfowl deaths in several Northeast Ohio counties. The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is testing samples from deceased birds, including Canada geese, trumpeter swans, and one mallard, to confirm the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The dead birds were discovered … Read more
Gracie’s Kitchen, a Connecticut-based company, has issued a voluntary recall of nearly 150 ready-to-eat fruit and vegetable products due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall, classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), includes onions, peppers, watermelons, and other items sold under the brand names Gracie’s Kitchens, King Cullen, … Read more
Braga Fresh has voluntarily recalled 12-ounce bags of Marketside Broccoli Florets sold at Walmart locations in 20 states, citing potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. This pathogen can cause severe illness, particularly in vulnerable populations, including older adults, children, and those with weakened immune systems. Details of the Recall The recalled broccoli bags have a best-by … Read more