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The children’s parade, an integral part of Draper Days, will be Tuesday, July 15. Kids will be able to decorate their bikes at Park School before the parade.
Photo courtesy of Draper City
Parades, fireworks, concerts and a rodeo are only part of the fun to be had at this year’s Draper Days. The popular festival has entertained and delighted residents for nearly 100 years and this ye...
With the 2008 primary election closed, the members of the two new school districts formed by the split of the Jordan School District have been chosen by voters. Draper is part of the new school dis...
Draper Police Department officials are inviting all city residents to come to Draper Safety Day on Aug. 5. This free event will provide fun for the entire family as well as important information fo...
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Draper moves JSD lawsuit to federal court
Draper’s attorneys have filed a two-pronged response to the lawsuit brought against the city by Jordan School District’s Board of Education. Attorneys Jody Burnett and Robert Keller of the Williams...
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Draper’s attorneys have filed a two-pronged response to the lawsuit brought against the city by Jordan School District’s Board of Education. Attorneys Jody Burnett and Robert Keller of the Williams...
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City budget adopted for fiscal year 2008-2009
Weeks of discussions have resulted in the adoption of the city’s 2008-2009 fiscal year budget, which tops $36.8 million. On June 17 the City Council approved the budget 4-1, with Councilman Bill C...
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Weeks of discussions have resulted in the adoption of the city’s 2008-2009 fiscal year budget, which tops $36.8 million. On June 17 the City Council approved the budget 4-1, with Councilman Bill C...
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SunCrest residents see budget increases; want more for their buckDozens of SunCrest residents assembled at the June 17 council meeting to share their concerns about the Traverse Ridge Special Services District, or TRSSD. They said they desire an increased level ...
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City creates new assistant city manager positionRather than fill the open position of economic development director, city officials created a new assistant city manager position to handle the unique economic development issues that face Draper. ...
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New Miss Draper crownedAn electric evening charged with the talent, poise and beauty of 11 contestants culminated in a winner of the 2008 Miss Draper Scholarship Pageant. Hundreds of supporters filed into the Summit Acad...
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JSD asset split still in holding pattern
With less than a month before the transition teams charged with splitting the Jordan School District assets are due to make their final report to the legislators, there’s no clear picture of how th...
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With less than a month before the transition teams charged with splitting the Jordan School District assets are due to make their final report to the legislators, there’s no clear picture of how th...
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City welcomes new recorderDraper’s new city recorder brings considerable experience and education to her position. Tracy Norr came to the city after receiving a master’s degree in management from the University of Phoenix i...
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Draper runner races back from missionBrian Summers, a Draper resident and former All-American track runner, won the 5K at the Salt Lake City Marathon April 19 in a time of 16 minutes 31 seconds.The son of Gordon and Terri Summers defe...
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Local church and business promote financial literacy
Committed to the dream of financial peace, a group of Draper residents gather weekly for instruction and discussion.“Most people have not been taught basic principles of looking at money in a way t...
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Committed to the dream of financial peace, a group of Draper residents gather weekly for instruction and discussion.“Most people have not been taught basic principles of looking at money in a way t...
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Draper residents HAM it up
After a natural disaster, most people reach for a phone to check on their family or call for help. But in situations such as an earthquake, telephone systems quickly get overloaded. Amateur radio, ...
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After a natural disaster, most people reach for a phone to check on their family or call for help. But in situations such as an earthquake, telephone systems quickly get overloaded. Amateur radio, ...
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Draper Library
Draper Library1136 E. Pioneer Road (12400 South) • 943-4636Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Closed SundayNow to July 31Silver Pen writing contest. Salt Lake County residen...
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Draper Library1136 E. Pioneer Road (12400 South) • 943-4636Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. • Closed SundayNow to July 31Silver Pen writing contest. Salt Lake County residen...
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Draper Senior Center
Draper Senior Center12350 South 800 East572-6342Memory writing - Monday, July 7, at 10 a.m. This is a great time to pass some good memories on to your families.Accompaniment by Rebecca from Love Al...
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Draper Senior Center12350 South 800 East572-6342Memory writing - Monday, July 7, at 10 a.m. This is a great time to pass some good memories on to your families.Accompaniment by Rebecca from Love Al...
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Draper Historical Society plans Heritage BanquetWe received these two pictures from Jean Terry and she too is mystified as to who they are so if you think you may have seen them in your ancestors pictures please contact us. Our Days of ‘47...
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U Can Learn Center
What do Tom Cruise, Cher and Patrick Dempsey have in common? They all have struggled with a learning disability. According to Karla Jay, nearly one out of every 15 people has some degree of dyslexi...
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What do Tom Cruise, Cher and Patrick Dempsey have in common? They all have struggled with a learning disability. According to Karla Jay, nearly one out of every 15 people has some degree of dyslexi...
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Discount Towing, Inc.
When you look at your driveway, do you see an old car or a broken-down truck that’s been sitting for a long time? Maybe the engine’s trashed, or perhaps it’s one of those “fixer-upper” projects no ...
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When you look at your driveway, do you see an old car or a broken-down truck that’s been sitting for a long time? Maybe the engine’s trashed, or perhaps it’s one of those “fixer-upper” projects no ...
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Young Chefs Academy
Do your children know the difference between an onion and a garlic bulb? Do they know what it means to simmer or saute? Today’s kids know how to program computer games, set up a MySpace page and te...
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Do your children know the difference between an onion and a garlic bulb? Do they know what it means to simmer or saute? Today’s kids know how to program computer games, set up a MySpace page and te...
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Bach Homes
Classically elegant homes don’t have to break your budget. And finding a quality home with beautiful features you can afford isn’t a problem when you’re working with Bach Homes. The family-owned bu...
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Classically elegant homes don’t have to break your budget. And finding a quality home with beautiful features you can afford isn’t a problem when you’re working with Bach Homes. The family-owned bu...
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Business Briefs
Kimberly-Clark lauded by United WayKimberly-Clark Corporation in Draper received the prestigious Summit Award from the United Way of America. The company increased its United Way campaign contribut...
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Kimberly-Clark lauded by United WayKimberly-Clark Corporation in Draper received the prestigious Summit Award from the United Way of America. The company increased its United Way campaign contribut...
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Leadership Summit teleconference held
Bill Hybels, founder and pastor of Willow Creek Community Church outside of Chicago, Illinois, was in Draper on June 24 to speak to lead pastors of Evangelical churches from around Utah. The event ...
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Bill Hybels, founder and pastor of Willow Creek Community Church outside of Chicago, Illinois, was in Draper on June 24 to speak to lead pastors of Evangelical churches from around Utah. The event ...
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Wildland Fire Season
The wildland fire season is back and we are starting to make the necessary preparations and encourage all homeowners to do the same. Our Wildland team has been working throughout the winter season ...
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The wildland fire season is back and we are starting to make the necessary preparations and encourage all homeowners to do the same. Our Wildland team has been working throughout the winter season ...
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