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Things to do: Davis County

Thu, 23 May 2013 10:41:02 MDT

Things to do: Davis County

By XXXXXX The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 23, 2013 10:41AM MDT

May 23-May 29 — Utah Watercolor Society — 2013 Spring Open Exhibition The Utah Watercolor Society will hold its 2013 Spring Open Exhibition, May 9-June 14, 2013. Visit www.utahwatercolor.org for information. When • Thursday-Friday, May 23-24, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, May 25 from 2-5 p.m., Tuesday-Wednesday, May 28-29, from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Where • Bountiful-Davis Art Center, 28 E. State, Farmington Tickets • Free Farmington Junior High Students Exhibit Barbara Gustaveson and...

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Hot tickets: Join in the fun at the regional premiere of Spamalot!

Thu, 23 May 2013 16:31:39 MDT

Hot tickets: Join in the fun at the regional premiere of Spamalot!

Updated May 23, 2013 04:31PM MDT

Dance Ballet West’s Innovations • Friday, May 24, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, May 25, 2 and 7:30 p.m.; Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, Salt Lake City; $45. Shaping Sound • Saturday, May 25, 8 p.m.; Capitol Theatre, 50 W. 200 South, Salt Lake City; $35-$80. Music Snow College Flute Choir • Today, May 24, 7:30 p.m.; LDS Assembly Hall, 50 W. North Temple, Salt Lake City; free. Utah Symphony • With conductor Christian Arming and violinist Augustin Hadelich; Friday and Saturday,...

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Golden Gloves boxing: Texas gets messed with in semifinals

Sat, 18 May 2013 10:36:30 MDT

Golden Gloves boxing: Texas gets messed with in semifinals

By Jay Drew The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 18, 2013 10:36AM MDT

Julian Rodriguez had a difficult time watching the boxing portion of the 2012 Olympic Games in London last summer, and not just because the United States men’s team went 5-9 overall and failed to win a single medal. It was mostly because the well-spoken 18-year-old boxer from Hasbrouck Heights, N.J., believed he should have been there, instead of Jamel Herring, in the 141-pound division. Rodriguez lost a controversial decision, 14-9, to Herring in an Olympic qualifying event in Fort Carson, Colo...

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Decluttering event was held Friday, not today

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:00:27 MDT

Decluttering event was held Friday, not today

The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 17, 2013 10:00PM MDT

A “Declutter Day” event to help people with their spring cleaning that was sponsored by several groups and organizations was actually held Friday, and will not be presented today, as was reported in The Salt Lake Tribune. The newspaper regrets any inconvenience caused by the error.

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Utah Gov. Gary Herbert talks teen suicide at Cyprus High School

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:36:56 MDT

Utah Gov. Gary Herbert talks teen suicide at Cyprus High School

By lisa schencker The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 17, 2013 10:36PM MDT

Magna • A string of suicides at Cyprus High in recent years has taken a toll on students and the community, senior Jane Burns told Utah’s governor Friday. “Events like this greatly affect Cyprus High School and the Magna community,” Burns tearfully told Gov. Gary Herbert. Burns, senior class secretary, called the death of one of her friends earlier this school year “the worst day of my life.” Burns was one of a couple of dozen students who spoke to Herbert on Friday about teen suicide, offering...

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College student, intruder killed in N.Y. break-in

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:50:02 MDT

College student, intruder killed in N.Y. break-in

By FRANK ELTMAN The Associated Press

Updated May 17, 2013 08:50PM MDT

Uniondale, N.Y. • A Hofstra University junior sharing an off-campus house with her twin sister and several other college students was shot and killed during an early morning break-in Friday that also left the armed intruder dead, police said. The shooting at a private house only steps from the Long Island campus cast a pall over the university community gearing up for commencement ceremonies this weekend. Hofstra’s president said in a statement that the ceremonies would go on as scheduled. It w...

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Detective: Victim claimed Utah shooting prompted by missing drugs

Sat, 18 May 2013 19:22:59 MDT

Detective: Victim claimed Utah shooting prompted by missing drugs

By Jessica Miller The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 18, 2013 07:22PM MDT

Nine days after he was shot in the neck, Simon Vasquez decided to end his life. The shooting had left him a quadriplegic, and he relied on medical treatment to stabilize his blood pressure and oxygen levels, assistant medical examiner Julie Schrader testified in 3rd District Court Friday. “He was alive and conscious and was able to talk,” Schrader testified. “But medically, he was very unstable.” Before his medical treatment was withdrawn on Aug. 13, Vasquez asked to speak to the officer invest...

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Orem High footballer in coma, but doctors expect to awaken him soon

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:09:37 MDT

Orem High footballer in coma, but doctors expect to awaken him soon

By Bob Mims The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 20, 2013 10:09AM MDT

An Orem High School football player who collapsed during practice remained in a medically induced coma Friday, but doctors expected to wake him soon. When sophomore Ben Smith opens his eyes, he will be told he can thank his coach, Tyler Anderson, for still being alive. Alpine School District spokeswoman Rhonda Bromley said doctors are “crediting coach Anderson’s quick actions in performing CPR for saving Ben’s life” shortly after the student athlete collapsed Thursday afternoon during wind spri...

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$1 million in jewelry stolen near Cannes Film Festival

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:58:48 MDT

$1 million in jewelry stolen near Cannes Film Festival

By JAMEY KEATEN The Associated Press

Updated May 17, 2013 10:58AM MDT

PARIS • Thieves ripped a safe from the wall of a hotel room near the Cannes Film Festival and made off with around $1 million worth of jewelry, in a brazen late-night burglary just hours after the screening of a film about break-ins at the homes of Hollywood celebrities, French officials said Friday. The apparently well-planned robbery at the Novotel hotel took place in the room of a representative of Chopard, the Swiss-based watch and jewelry maker and festival sponsor that was hosting a splash...

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Gay pride rally in Georgia derailed by opposition

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:47:36 MDT

Gay pride rally in Georgia derailed by opposition

The Associated Press

Updated May 17, 2013 10:47AM MDT

TBILISI, Georgia • Thousands of anti-gay protesters, including Orthodox priests, occupied a central street in Georgia’s capital Friday, with some threatening to lash with stinging nettles any participant in a gay pride parade which was to take place there. Police in Tbilisi guarded several dozen gay activists and bused them out of the city center shortly after they arrived at the gathering. Those occupying the street held posters reading “We don’t need Sodom and Gomorrah!” and “Democracy does no...

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Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the U.S. economy

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:40:24 MDT

Stocks rise on hopeful signs for the U.S. economy

By STEVE ROTHWELL The Associated Press

Updated May 17, 2013 10:40AM MDT

NEW YORK • Encouraging news about the U.S. economy helped push stock prices higher on Wall Street Friday. A gauge of future economic activity rose more than analysts had expected, as did a measure of consumer confidence, adding to evidence that the economy is maintaining a steady recovery. Stocks have surged to record levels this year on optimism about the economy and record corporate earnings. The market is also being supported by ongoing stimulus from the Federal Reserve, which is keeping long...

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Planets aligning for great celestial views

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:33:08 MDT

Planets aligning for great celestial views

By Sheena McFarland The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 17, 2013 07:33AM MDT

The planets are starting to align this weekend — and two star parties will allow viewers to get a closer look. Mercury, Venus and Jupiter are moving toward aligning into a tight triangle the evening of May 26. However, this weekend, stargazers can catch some great views, weather permitting, as the planets move toward each other. For a short time near sunset, Jupiter, Venus and Mercury will align with the sun in the west, quickly sliding beneath the horizon as the evening progresses, according t...

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Temple Square’s Concerts in the Park and Concert Series commence in June

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:54:02 MDT

Temple Square’s Concerts in the Park and Concert Series commence in June

The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 16, 2013 12:54PM MDT

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Hot tickets: Plan a full weekend, including the comedic ‘Young Frankenstein’ and ‘Spamalot’ as well as the opera ‘The Barber of Seville’

Thu, 16 May 2013 16:19:06 MDT

Hot tickets: Plan a full weekend, including the comedic ‘Young Frankenstein’ and ‘Spamalot’ as well as the opera ‘The Barber of Seville’

Updated May 16, 2013 04:19PM MDT

Dance Ballet West’s Innovations • Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, 7:30 p.m.; Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center, 138 W. 300 South, Salt Lake City; $45. Evening of Dance • Friday and Saturday, May 17-18, 7:30 p.m.; Brigham Young University de Jong Concert Hall, Campus Drive and 1200 North, Provo; $10. Provo Sites ‘Work To Do’ Opening • Friday, May 17, 7 p.m.; Brigham Young University Museum of Art, North Campus Drive, Provo; free. Country Dance Workshop • Saturday, May 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; D...

Your town in brief: Recycle your electronic waste

Wed, 15 May 2013 16:00:45 MDT

Your town in brief: Recycle your electronic waste

Updated May 15, 2013 04:00PM MDT

West Valley City Recycle electronic waste • Simply Mac is hosting a free electronic waste recycling event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Saturday at the Maverik Center, 3200 S. Decker Lake Drive. Businesses and organizations are asked to register at simplymac.com/recycle before dropping off recyclable electronics on Friday. The general public is asked to come on Saturday; registration not required. Acceptable items include computers, speakers, phones, radios, game systems and cameras. Art ...

Your town in brief: Elephants in Sandy, ladies’ night in Herriman

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:58:12 MDT

Your town in brief: Elephants in Sandy, ladies’ night in Herriman

Updated May 15, 2013 02:58PM MDT

Sandy Elephants on parade • The Utah Republican Party will hold its organizing convention for 2013. Candidates will give speeches, caucus and convention amendments will be voted, and elected officials will present reports at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18, at the South Towne Exposition Center, 9575 S. State St. Herriman Ladies’ night for pampering • The Herriman Library invites all women aged 18 and over to Spa Night. Guests will have a night of massages and facials and learn creative methods ...

UTA to hold Bike Bonanza

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:38:23 MDT

UTA to hold Bike Bonanza

The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 14, 2013 11:38PM MDT

The Utah Transit Authority is sponsoring its 18th annual Bike Bonanza on Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Gallivan Plaza in downtown Salt Lake City. It includes free food, live music, a children’s bike rodeo, a bicycle-fashion show and a raffle for such prizes as bicycles and gear bags. The UTA Police also will share information about safety around railways. The first 75 children at the event will receive a free helmet. Free water bottles will be given to the first 300 people. Lee Davidson

Boy who was riding bike on Utah freeway to remain in state custody

Tue, 14 May 2013 23:38:23 MDT

Boy who was riding bike on Utah freeway to remain in state custody

By Janelle Stecklein The Salt Lake Tribune

Updated May 14, 2013 11:38PM MDT

A 9-year-old Salt Lake City boy found riding his bike on Interstate 215 late in West Valley City on Friday night will remain in state custody for at least two more weeks, a judge ordered Tuesday. During a shelter hearing in 3rd District Juvenile Court, the 25-year-old mother of the boy did not dispute that, for now, the boy should remain with the state Division of Child and Family Services. Judge Charles Behrens scheduled another hearing in two weeks. The woman will be allowed supervised visita...

Woman rescued from Bangladesh rubble recovering

Sun, 12 May 2013 00:23:14 MDT

Woman rescued from Bangladesh rubble recovering

By JULHAS ALAM and FARID HOSSAIN The Associated Press

Updated May 12, 2013 12:23AM MDT

Savar, Bangladesh • A seamstress who survived 17 days before being rescued from a collapsed garment factory building outside of Bangladesh’s capital was panicked, dehydrated and suffering from insomnia as she recovered in a hospital Saturday, but was in generally good condition, according to her doctors. The rescue Friday of 19-year-old Reshma Begum brought a boost to the workers who had spent more than two weeks pulling decaying bodies from the rubble. By Saturday, they had resumed their grim ...

New Jersey cops: Gunman in dayslong standoff has hostages

Sat, 11 May 2013 12:54:12 MDT

New Jersey cops: Gunman in dayslong standoff has hostages

By REMA RAHMAN The Associated Press

Updated May 11, 2013 12:54PM MDT

Trenton, N.J. • A standoff with an armed man who police said took multiple hostages entered its second day Saturday as authorities worked to negotiate his surrender and his captives’ safe release. The man, whose identity has not been released, remained holed up in a two-story red brick house in South Trenton more than 22 hours after the standoff began Friday afternoon, authorities said. Trenton police Lt. Stephen Varn declined to give any details on the number of people being held, their ages or...