“Hey, we’re not called Mormons …”
WASHINGTON – The US House of Representatives voted to pass H. Res. 183. Rep. Rob Bishop (R-UT) voted for the resolution. During debate of the measure, Rep. Doug Collins (R-GA) made reference to “Mormons.” As the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has recently made an effort to use the full name of the Church, Rep. Bishop sent Rep. Collins a friendly email in the midst of floor debate. Minutes later, Rep. Collins mentions the Church again. CLICK HERE to see it unfold.
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Gov. Herbert and Legislative Leaders to Discuss Tax Reform
What:
Gov. Gary R. Herbert will join legislative leaders and the Salt Lake Chamber to discuss tax reform.
Who:
Gov. Gary R. Herbert
President Stuart Adams
Speaker Brad Wilson
Representative Tim Quinn
Abby Osborne, Salt Lake Chamber
When:
March 7, 2019 3:30 p.m.
Where:
Gold Room, State Capitol
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I'd like to formally introduce myself as the new PIO for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. I look forward to working with all of you! Don't hesitate to reach out if you are working on any stories involving wildlife -- I'm happy to get you any information or interviews you need!
My cell phone is 385-266-2640.
See the following press release for a daylight saving time story angle:
Tips to avoid deer/vehicle collisions
SALT LAKE CITY — If you are like many people, you aren’t looking forward to “springing forward” and losing an hour of sleep on Sunday during the switch to daylight saving time. While the evenings will have more light, the mornings will be darker, which means a lot of Utahns will be commuting during lower-visibility hours.
During the winter, there is an increase in wildlife along the roadways, primarily due to big game animals migrating to lower elevations in search of feed, according to Daniel Olson, wildlife migration initiative coordinator for the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR). The migration period for deer is typically April and May, and then again in November which, coincidentally, is when the highest number of vehicle and deer collisions occur, Olson said.
“The peak time to hit deer is around November,” Olson said. “It coincides with mating season and the migration. Animals are crossing more roads during the migration, and male deer move around a lot more to find mates.”
According to a DWR study, there were approximately 10,000 wildlife/vehicle collisions in 2012, Olson said. However, he estimates those numbers are lower now due to an increase in fencing and wildlife bridges that have been installed along migration routes across Utah highways.
Olson said deer are more active early in the morning and in the evenings, which coincides with busy commuting hours. This is also when low-light conditions make it difficult for drivers to see.
How to avoid wildlife collisions
As daylight saving time begins, here are some tips from Wild Aware Utah to help you avoid wildlife collisions:
Be especially alert at dawn and dusk.
Heed wildlife crossing signs. These signs are usually placed in areas known to have a high volume of wildlife/vehicle collisions.
Be alert on roadways near wooded, agricultural and wetland areas and also near lakes and streams.
Scan both sides of the road. Invite passengers to help watch for wildlife.
Do not drive distracted. Put away food, phones and other distractions.
When possible, use high beam headlights to illuminate the road.
Look for an animal’s eyeshine, which can be seen from a distance. Slow down once you have spotted an animal near the roadside.
Some animals travel in groups, so be sure to watch for additional animals if you see one.
Do not throw trash out of your vehicle. Trash and food scraps can draw animals to roadways.
What to do if you see an animal near or in the road
If you see an animal near the road, here are some additional suggestions:
Do not swerve for a deer or small animal. Stay in your lane and slow down.
If several animals are standing in the road, do not try to drive through them or get out of the vehicle to chase or herd them. Honk your horn and flash your lights to encourage them to move on.
If an animal has crossed the road, continue to drive slowly and be cautious because it may try to cross again.
What to do if you hit an animal
Pull off the road and use your hazard lights if your car is undriveable.
Do not try to approach an injured animal.
Call 911 or contact your local police department if you were injured or if the animal is in the roadway and could pose a threat to public safety.
For more information about wildlife/vehicle collisions or deer migration, contact DWR wildlife migration initiative coordinator Daniel Olson at danielolson@utah.gov.
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VAINES
Releases New Single
"Medicine"
Premiering Now on Substream Magazine:
"If you're a fan of nothing,nowhere or blackbear,
you will adore this new track." - Substream Magazine
March 7, 2019 - Los Angeles, CA - LA-based solo artist Vaines is dropping his first new track of 2019. A genre-blending song for fans of nothing, nowhere, blackbear, and GOLDN, "Medicine" is premiering exclusively on Substream Magazine. Stream it now, here: https://bit.ly/2tUfJWJ.
"This song is kind of an interesting look at a relationship I've written about before," Vaines shares."It's less about the toxic parts of the relationship itself, but the negative things I took away from it and how it affected future connections with people."
He continues: "Musically it's a great example of all of my influences. One minute you're listening to a moody r&b breakup song and then boom: guitar solo. If you're confused about whether you should dance or headbang, I've done my job."
Jared Gaines (under the moniker Vaines) grew up splitting time between his mom in the small town of Ogdensburg, NY, and his in Toledo, OH, with his aunt and uncle. His childhood was tumultuous, and his relationship with his mom remains strained due to her drug addiction.
As a coping mechanism Gaines developed a goofy, over-the-top personality. He let his loneliness lead to creativity and put that energy into writing music and being involved in the local music scene.
In 2017 Vaines crossed the country to sleep at a buddy's house in Los Angeles, before deciding to make LA his home. It was there that he began writing, recording, and tracking songs in his bedroom with just $200 worth of home studio equipment.
"Medicine" showcases Vaines' dark, ethereal bedroom pop vibe and, with more music in the works, 2019 is already promising to be his biggest year yet.
Stay up to date on the latest at www.facebook.com/ThisIsVaines.
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