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Washington City, Utah — Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal stabbing that occurred in Washington City as 47-year-old Andreea Mottram, a woman originally from Romania and residing in Auburn, California, at the time of her death. The incident has left the local community in shock, and tributes from her friends and family have flooded social media since news of her death broke more than a week ago. While law enforcement has yet to release official details surrounding the case, a family obituary and a GoFundMe campaign set up in Mottram’s name have been widely shared, including by local…

OGDEN, UTAH — A growing initiative is bringing a wave of positivity to students, encouraging them to share compliments and uplifting messages with their peers. The program, known as “Kindness Walls,” aims to promote kindness both in school communities and in the digital world. Sponsored by Weber State University, Kindness Walls have expanded to 375 schools across Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming. The program’s goal is simple: foster an environment where students can learn to spread positivity and appreciation online, counteracting the often negative atmosphere that can dominate social media platforms. In today’s digital age, social media can often feel like…