$1.50 July 28, 2023 | Vol. 2 Iss. 30
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NEWS BREAK AN AERIAL VIEW OF BOUNTIFUL ELEMENTARY and where the new school will be built. When it is complete the existing building will be torn down.
Bountiful Elementary gets a new look
Photo by Roger V. Tuttle
BOUNTIFUL ELEMENTARY REIMAGINED
By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com
BOUNTIFUL—As the school year begins, so does construction on the new Bountiful Elementary. Construction on the new building will take place west of the existing school and when it is complete the old building will be torn down. “It’s the oldest school in the district,” said Bryan Turner, Architectural Services Director for the Davis School District. “It will be nice to replace it. Some areas are worn out and tired.” A RENDERING OF THE new Bountiful Elementary.
‘Dad’ the Dragon takes up permanent residency By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com BOUNTIFUL—The whimsical dragon who has been looking out over Town Square since last year has found a permanent home. The City Council voted unanimously to buy the art piece that was previously in St. George and keep it here in Bountiful. “Dad” the Dragon was on lease to the city from the artist. The metal sculpture is made up of license plates and street signs and was created by artist Deveren Farley of Utah County. He named it “Dad” in memory of his father who passed away in 2021. The inspiration came because his father loved dragons. “It’s the best item on the agenda of the night,” said City Manager Gary Hill at the July 11 City Council meeting. “We have a homeless dragon that has taken up temporary residency in Bountiful.” Please see DRAGON: pg. 4
BOUNTIFUL'S “DAD” THE DRAGON catches a quick nap in Town Square. The City Council approved the purchase of the metal sculpture at the July 11 meeting.
Photo by Roger V. Tuttle
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Please see SCHOOL: pg. 6
Israeli government blocks Supreme Court power
The parliament in Israel passed a law Monday to deny its Supreme Court the power to block governmental decisions, in what is seen as a first step toward overhauling the longstanding judicial system of the country. The White House, as well as the opposition parties in Israel, have sharply criticized the move. The bill, which will prohibit the Supreme Court from determining laws passed by the ruling government may be “unreasonable” was voted on by the governing coalition as those opposing the vote staged a walkout. Protestors outside the Knesset building were met with barbed wire and water cannons, and at least 19 people were arrested. Many members of the military reserve in Israel condemned the vote before it took place, and suggested that they would refuse to volunteer for duty upon its passage.
Mustard flavored Skittle released
To celebrate National Mustard Day on Aug. 5, a limited run of a new mustard flavored Skittle has been released. While the flavor is certainly in the “novelty” tradition of small-release flavors, there is always a chance it may catch on. Recently, Brachs unveiled “Tailgate” flavored candy corn, featuring the flavors of hot dogs and cheeseburgers alongside ice cream, lemonade, and the traditional staples.
Bear traps set after fatal attack in Yellowstone
Amie Adamson of Derby, Kansas was killed after a mauling on the Montana-Idaho border near Yellowstone National Park. As a result, wildlife workers have been putting out bear traps in order to capture the grizzly bear believed to be responsible. Officials believe that the attack was not predatory, but the result of a chance encounter while the victim was running or walking alone on trails in the park. She was killed close to a trailhead and private campground in an RV park, according to Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks. Adamson was wearing running shoes and did not have bear repellant with her. Officials advise visitors to remote areas of the park to carry repellant with them, as it can deter attacks of this nature. Grizzlies are protected by law outside of Alaska, though some local officials are pushing to allow hunting.