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SUU's PISA will host its Annual Polynesian Showcase celebrating Pacific Island traditions from Feb 27-Mar 1, featuring dance and music, titled "Gatekeepers of Oceania: Island Love."
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The Red Barn Academy in Farmington is closing after 11 years of aiding men with addiction recovery. The property will be sold for a new development project. Transition plans are in place for current students.
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The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office warns of scammers impersonating its employees and demanding payments over the phone for jail releases or ankle monitoring.
A man died on I-84 after being hit by two semi-trucks when he walked on the highway despite a trooper advising him to stay by his car following a breakdown.
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The Utah County administration building in Provo is closed for repairs and safety checks following an electrical incident; no injuries reported. Other county buildings remain open.
The Goat Head restaurant opens in Salt Lake City with a $100,000 city loan, offering vegan and vegetarian options and aiming to enhance the community's culinary scene.
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The University of Utah's U Asia Campus in Incheon welcomed a record number of freshmen in Spring 2025, highlighting its appeal for global education and career opportunities.
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Salt Lake City anticipates a mix of rain and snow with a 30 percent chance of precipitation, turning to a 90 percent chance overnight. The NWS predicts little snow accumulation.
The SLCPD arrested Leroy Grimes in Library Square for suspected drug distribution after officers witnessed a transaction. Grimes faces charges but retains the presumption of innocence.
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Undergraduate Brendon Guinn from Utah State University studies Type IV CRISPR systems in bacteria and how they defend against viral infections, differing from the well-known CRISPR-Cas9.
A Mini Cooper driver died in a crash on I-15 in Weber County when their car struck a halted box truck. The incident was caused by slick roads and a mechanical issue with the truck.
The Salt Lake Temple, following renovations, will reopen for a six-month public tour from April to October 2027, allowing both Mormons and non-members a rare glimpse inside.
Salt Lake City Police Chief Mike Brown will retire at the end of February 2025 after a career that saw crime rates reach a 16-year low under his leadership.
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