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Provo art gallery in transition to bigger location under new leadership and reformation, community support sought to advance efforts
Local art enthusiasts will soon have a new space in Downtown Provo where they can enjoy and support the work of Utah creatives. The art gallery and bookstore known as Writ and Vision is now under new leadership and will operate as The Compass Gallery. Esther Candari, who had been director of programming at Writ and Vision, is taking the reins as director and owner of the new entity along with her husband.
Daniel Fackrell
Daniel C. Fackrell, 50, passed away on July 6, 2024. Born on July 2, 1974, in Provo, Utah, Daniel was the son of Douglas Calvert Fackrell and Lynda Mae Wilson Fackrell. He married Heather Suzanne Nelson on July 22, 2007, and they were sealed in the Salt Lake City, Utah temple.
UPDATE: Shooting at Trump rally is being investigated as assassination attempt, AP sources say
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Donald Trump appeared to be the target of an assassination attempt as he spoke during a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, law enforcement officials said. The former president, his ear covered in blood from what he said was a gunshot, was quickly pulled away by Secret Service agents and his campaign said he was “fine.”
Four US presidents were assassinated; others were targeted, as were presidential candidates
WASHINGTON (AP) — Before Saturday’s apparent attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, there have been multiple instances of political violence targeting U.S. presidents, former presidents and major party presidential candidates. A look at some of the assassinations and attempted assassinations that have occurred since the nation’s founding...
18 injured during fireworks error at Stadium of Fire, officials suspect there may be more
A week after a fireworks mishap at the Stadium of Fire on July 4, Provo Fire & Rescue said in its latest update on Thursday that 18 people were injured in the event. The accident happened after a jet flyover when errant fireworks launched into the crowd at LaVell Edwards Stadium during the annual Fourth of July celebration.
Tales from Utah Valley: Large or small, the flag is loved
Why does the flag of the United States mean so much to so many? There are a variety of reasons, but whatever those reasons are, people are drawn to the flag – and during these last few days, they have been drawn to a huge flag hanging in a canyon.
UPDATE: Shooting at Trump rally is being investigated as assassination attempt, AP sources say
BUTLER, Pa. (AP) — Donald Trump appeared to be the target of an assassination attempt as he spoke during a rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday, two law enforcement officials said. The former president, his ear covered in blood from what he said was a gunshot, was quickly pulled away by Secret Service agents and his campaign said he was “fine.”
West Mountain residents express opposition to proposed gun range at BLM open house
More than 100 residents showed up to an open house organized by the Bureau of Land Management in Payson on Thursday to discuss a proposed 528-acre gun range on West Mountain that would be built on public land. The open house had stations set up for residents where they could...
Garden Help Desk: Timing critical in controlling growth of foxtails
I just spent several hundred dollars getting foxtails removed from my dog’s foot. I didn’t realize they could work their way so deep into his skin. How can I get rid of them and keep them from coming back?. May through early October is foxtail season and the...
Biden says ‘everybody must condemn’ attack on Trump, hopes to speak with ex-president soon
REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. (AP) — President Joe Biden said Saturday that “everybody must condemn” the suspected assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, adding that he hoped to speak with his 2024 presidential rival soon. Addressing the nation about two hours after the shooting, Biden said he...
Government continues cutting holes in the 4th Amendment
In his famous dissent in Olmstead v. United States, Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis in 1928 called the right to be left alone the most comprehensive of rights and the right most valued by civilized men. He was referring to the right to be left alone from the government – a right that today we call privacy.
Layin’ It on the Line: How to navigate investment risks with confidence
Investing can be a powerful tool for building wealth, but it also comes with risks that can create significant anxiety for many people. The fear of losing money often prevents individuals from taking the steps necessary to grow their financial future. However, with the right knowledge and strategies, it’s possible to navigate investment risks confidently and turn that fear into fortune.
Exploring the 2024 Nissan Ariya
This past week we had our second chance to experience the now in its second year of production, all-electric Nissan Ariya Platinum edition. This is not the first electric vehicle for the manufacture as they have offered the Leaf since 2011. Being one of the first manufacturers to offer a...
Crowned Cougar: BYU senior Cole Ponich checks Utah State Amateur title off bucket list
Cole Ponich could hardly imagine hoisting the men’s Utah State Amateur Championship trophy a month ago when he was driving more than four hours to Hurricane to qualify for his fourth all-time appearance in the event, this time at Ogden Golf and Country Club. A lower back injury hampered...
Make America affordable again
The Republican National Committee just released its 2024 platform. While calling it a platform is a stretch, the list of bullet points gives an idea of what the potential next Trump administration’s goals are. Here’s one issue that should be front and center: end inflation and make America affordable again.
Data of nearly all AT&T customers downloaded to a third-party platform after a security breach
The data of nearly all customers of the telecommunications giant AT&T was downloaded to a third-party platform in a 2022 security breach, the company said Friday, as cyberattacks against businesses, schools and health systems continue to spread globally. The breach hit customers of AT&T’s cellular customers, customers of mobile virtual...
Down to two: BYU golfers Cooper Jones, Cole Ponich to meet in state amateur finals
One hundred and fifty-six golfers started the week at Ogden Golf and Country Club in Ogden with dreams of making it through two rounds of stroke play and five rounds of match play to reach the 2024 Utah State Amateur Championship finals. Now just two remain — and both play...
Republicans are gathering in Milwaukee to nominate Donald Trump again. Here’s what to expect
For all the usual stagecraft, the Republican National Convention that opens Monday is different from Donald Trump’s previous nominating affairs. In 2016 and 2020, Trump was the underdog heading into fall and faced criticism from within his own party. This year, he will accept the Republican nomination with his party in lockstep behind him and Democrats in turmoil over President Joe Biden’s viability.
Vineyard holds first public hearing in considering expansion of city council
The Vineyard City Council held the first of two public hearings on Wednesday to consider changing the city form of government from a five-member council to a six-member council, a move that the current council seems divided on. Currently, the city government has four council members and a mayor who...
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