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Davis Journal

Aug. 30, 2024

Wendy Farr and her daughter at a Walk to End Alzheimer’s event. The walk is an opportunity for those impacted by the disease to come together in solidarity to focus on finding a cure to end the impact this has on families. Courtesy photo
New treatment for Alzheimer’s showing promise in slowing progression of dementia

Aug 30, 2024 07:18AM ● By Becky Ginos

DAVIS COUNTY—Taken in the early stages of the disease, FDA approved Donanemab can help people have more time to enjoy life and live independently. The Alzheimer’s Association is holding a Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 28.

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Alan Fahringer with his wife, Nicholle. Photos courtesy of Bountiful Food Pantry
Integrity, accountability keys to a successful life

Aug 30, 2024 07:10AM ● By Tom Haraldsen

A message of inspiration and hope was offered by Alan Fahringer during an event hosted by the Bountiful Food Pantry on Sunday night.

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Pro-Ukraine protestors at a demonstration in London. Photo by Garry Knight, public domain
Why should Utahns care about the War in Ukraine?

Aug 30, 2024 07:07AM ● By Braden Nelsen

UKRAINE—Seems like an odd dateline for a Utah Newspaper, no? Are there reasons, however, that Utahns should care about the wars overseas?

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Western Governors University making presence felt

Aug 30, 2024 07:06AM

Over 50,000 degrees awarded in fiscal 2024. WGU has been featured on NPR, NBC Nightly News and CNN and in The New York Times.

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Kurt Jay stands next to one of his latest pieces - a massive and nearly completed elk mount. Photo courtesy of Kurt Jay
Preserving animals, and memories

Aug 29, 2024 07:35AM ● By Braden Nelsen

LAYTON—Taxidermy is a skill that takes time, artistic ability, and attention to detail, and Kurt Jay of Preference Taxidermy is a master of all three.

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From backyards to parks, to school hallways, Nexus Tactical Laser Tag brings the fun just about anywere. Photos courtesy of Denise and Michael Loveless
Nexus Tactical Laser Tag unlike any other

Aug 29, 2024 07:23AM ● By Braden Nelsen

DAVIS COUNTY—Denise and Michael Loveless saw a need for fun, active outdoor activity in the area, and putting their determination and knowhow together, made something truly unique in the state – outdoor, mobile laser tag.

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Proposed legislation would limit student cell phone use in schools

Aug 29, 2024 07:22AM ● By Becky Ginos

SALT LAKE CITY—Experts say that evidence shows cell phones in schools are detrimental to a student’s mental health and academic performance. The risk for poor mental health doubles when a teen spends more than three hours a day on social media.

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Rep. Paul Cutler, R-Centerville on the House floor at the opening of the 2024 Legislative Session. Cutler voted “yes” to a constitutional amendment regarding citizen initiatives that will go on the November ballot. Photo by Roger V. Tuttle
Legislature passes constitutional amendment on citizens initiatives in special session

Aug 29, 2024 07:19AM ● By Becky Ginos

SALT LAKE CITY—The constitutional and statutory changes would restore and strengthen the long-standing practice that voters, the Legislature, and local bodies may amend or repeal legislation.

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Wahsatch Shooters Range closes to the public

Aug 29, 2024 07:16AM ● By Becky Ginos

KAYSVILLE—Davis County owns the shooting range that is located at 1659 E. 650 North in Kaysville. It is primarily for law enforcement agency training and secondarily for use by the general public.

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Kash throws the first pitch at the Salt Lake Bees game Friday, Aug. 23. Photo credit Kyle Jenkins/Burt Brothers Tire & Service
Make-A-Wish surprises Layton boy at Bees game

Aug 29, 2024 07:14AM ● By Becky Ginos

LAYTON—Burt Brothers Tire & Service Inc. and Make-A-Wish Utah partnered to grant Kash, an 11-year-old boy who is undergoing treatments for a brain tumor, his wish to go to the Bahamas. Kash and his family will travel to Atlantis Paradise Island where he can play at the beach.

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