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(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Jordyn Woods plays in the fountain during the Juneteenth celebration at The Gateway on Friday, June 19, 2026.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Jordyn Woods plays in the fountain during the Juneteenth celebration at The Gateway on Friday, June 19, 2026.

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