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Former high school guard Reese Ross’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By SLC Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Forward Reese Ross’ collegiate team the Utah Utes were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 5 seed.

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Former Nettleton High School guard Dasia Young’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By SLC Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Nettleton High School Forward Dasia Young’s collegiate team the Utah Utes were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 5 seed.

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Former Dimond High School guard Alissa Pili’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By SLC Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Dimond High School Forward Alissa Pili’s collegiate team the Utah Utes were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 5 seed.

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Former North Summit High School guard Kennady McQueen’s collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By SLC Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, North Summit High School Guard Kennady McQueen’s collegiate team the Utah Utes were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 5 seed.

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Former Duluth Marshall School guard Gianna Kneepkens’ collegiate team has been invited to the NCAA tournament.

By SLC Times | Mar 19, 2024

On March 12th, Duluth Marshall School Guard Gianna Kneepkens’ collegiate team the Utah Utes were invited to the NCAA tournament as a 5 seed.

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Which former SLC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18?

By SLC Times | Mar 17, 2024

This former SLC Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 18.

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SLC Times area weekly mass times

By SLC Times | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Lee Reintroduces Davis-Bacon Repeal Act

By SLC Times | Mar 15, 2024

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) has reintroduced the Davis-Bacon Repeal Act, a bill aimed at eliminating the wage subsidy law that requires federally funded construction projects to pay workers the prevailing wage rate. Senator Lee, along with Senators Ted Budd, Ted Cruz, and Rick Scott, believes that the act imposes undue burdens on the economy and benefits organized labor at taxpayers' expense.In a statement, Sen. Lee expressed his concerns about the Davis-Bacon Act, stating, "The Davis-Bacon Act is a glaring example of how excessive government regulation is detrimental to our...

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Lee Introduces Bill to Empower Local Authorities in Managing Native Wildlife

By SLC Times | Mar 15, 2024

Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) has reintroduced the Native Species Protection Act in an effort to give states more control over managing wildlife within their borders. The bill, cosponsored by Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK), aims to shift away from the current federal approach under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).“It's time to pivot from the one-size-fits-all approach of the Endangered Species Act,” said Sen. Lee. “We need a better approach to protect endangered and threatened species, and the Native Species Protection Act proposes a solution where...

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Lee Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Accelerate Adoption of Geothermal Energy

By SLC Times | Mar 14, 2024

Senator Mike Lee, alongside Senators Martin Heinrich, James Risch, and Catherine Cortez Masto, introduced the Geothermal Energy Optimization (GEO) Act in an effort to accelerate the adoption of geothermal energy nationwide. The bill aims to streamline the permitting process and make geothermal energy a more feasible option for supplying baseload power across the United States.Lee expressed the importance of the bill, stating, “By introducing this bill, we aim to break down the bureaucratic barriers that have stifled innovation and investment in geothermal technology for...

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Sens. Lee and Cruz Lead Senate Republicans in Challenging FCC’s Unlawful ‘Digital Equity’ Rules

By SLC Times | Mar 14, 2024

Sens. Mike Lee and Ted Cruz have taken a stand against the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) "Digital Discrimination" order, with a joint resolution of disapproval to nullify the controversial rule. According to Sen. Lee, the FCC's rule is an overreach that threatens to stifle innovation and entangle the internet in red tape. Sen. Cruz criticized the Biden administration for pushing forward with the rule despite acknowledging there is "little to no evidence" of discrimination by broadband companies. He described the FCC's equity plan as an Orwellian power grab by...

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LEE, DURBIN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN SAFE ACT TO REFORM FISA SECTION 702

By SLC Times | Mar 14, 2024

Senators Mike Lee and Dick Durbin have introduced the bipartisan Security and Freedom Enhancement (SAFE) Act, a bill aimed at protecting Americans from foreign threats and warrantless government surveillance. The legislation seeks to strike a balance between national security and individual privacy rights.Senator Lee expressed his concerns about the abuses under FISA, stating, "The documented abuses under FISA should provoke outrage from anyone who values the Fourth Amendment Rights of American citizens." He emphasized the importance of upholding the Fourth Amendment and...

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Which former SLC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11?

By SLC Times | Mar 9, 2024

These former SLC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 11.

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SLC Times area weekly mass times

By SLC Times | Mar 9, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Which former SLC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4?

By SLC Times | Mar 2, 2024

This former SLC Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon March 4.

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SLC Times area weekly mass times

By SLC Times | Mar 2, 2024

The following parishes in the SLC Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Salt Lake County rise or fall in 2021?

By SLC Times | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Salt Lake County received $3.1 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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LEE, DURBIN INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN INSPECTOR GENERAL ACCESS ACT

By SLC Times | Feb 27, 2024

Sens. Mike Lee and Dick Durbin have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding the jurisdiction of the Department of Justice’s Office of the Inspector General to include alleged misconduct by DOJ attorneys. Senator Lee expressed his thoughts on the matter, stating, "The current IG oversight exemption for DOJ attorneys is nonsensical and undermines accountability in our justice system." He further added, "Our simple bill changes that, ensuring DOJ attorneys are no longer off-limits for IG investigations. I'm proud to partner with Senator Durbin on this common-sense...

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William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home, a for-profit facility, had a rating of 4 in Q4 2023

By SLC Times | Feb 25, 2024

Owned by Avalon VA Management, LLC, Avalon Veterans Services, LLC, and Charles Kirton, William E. Christoffersen Salt Lake Veterans Home boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

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Which former SLC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26?

By SLC Times | Feb 25, 2024

These former SLC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 26.