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The library, a place for all, celebrates 20 years since the Draper location opened its doors

Oct 30, 2025 04:22PM ● By Mimi Darley Dutton

Draper’s library attracts 13,000 visitors every month with a plethora of programs and materials, and the library is celebrating its 20th anniversary.

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Draper’s Ninja Kidz take their live show on the road

Oct 02, 2025 04:58PM ● By Katherine Weinstein

Having competed on “American Ninja Warrior” last summer, the Myler siblings are on tour performing their unique blend of martial arts and gymnastics in “Ninja Kids Live: Infinite Possibilities,” an action-packed show that embraces family values.

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Loveland Living Planet Aquarium becomes ‘The Haunted Aquarium’ this month

Oct 02, 2025 04:54PM ● By Katherine Weinstein

This month, Loveland Living Planet Aquarium transforms into “The Haunted Aquarium,” with Halloween-themed activities, décor and treats

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Local pet shelters address myths about black cats

Oct 02, 2025 04:50PM ● By Katherine Weinstein

Ruff Patch Rescue and Draper City Animal Services are just two examples of local animal welfare organizations that help find homes for pets and dispel negative myths about black cats.

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Utah’s chapter of COPS established after Draper’s Derek Johnson died in line of duty

Oct 02, 2025 04:46PM ● By Mimi Darley Dutton

Public safety personnel support for families and colleagues of fallen officers is immediate and immense; lifelong support comes from nonprofit Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS).

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From costumes to candy: the safety checklist every family needs

Oct 02, 2025 03:55PM ● By Holly Curby

Before the fun begins, check candy for any signs it’s been tampered with. (Photo Holly Curby)

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Spooky geology: A look at the mysterious ideas about stone and the paranormal

Oct 02, 2025 03:51PM ● By Collette Hayes

The Rio Grande Depot has been the subject of numerous haunting stories, most famously the legend of the "Purple Lady." The Stone Tape theory attempts to explain why some locations seem to be more haunted than others.

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Safety Fair was informative and fun

Oct 01, 2025 08:39PM ● By Mimi Darley Dutton

Safety and fun mixed at Draper’s Safety Fair. Crossing Guards played songs with “stop” in the lyrics and rescued puppy Stig was introduced as UTA’s K9.

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Summer Q&A with Draper Mayor Troy Walker

Oct 01, 2025 08:35PM ● By Mimi Darley Dutton

A lot has happened this summer, so instead of an in-depth story on one topic, the mayor answered questions on a variety of subjects

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Draper Park Mountain Bike Team’s fundraiser for Bailey Mallard’s memorial bench inspired an outpouring of community support

Oct 01, 2025 08:30PM ● By Katherine Weinstein

Hundreds of people turned out to support a car wash fundraiser organized by the Draper Park Mountain Bike Team to purchase a park bench in memory of their teammate, 12-year-old Bailey Mallard.

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