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OGDEN — The Weber County Sheriff’s Office is investigating allegations of misinformation and deceit in a campaign aimed at persuading residents to withdraw their names from a petition opposing a large housing development in Clinton. The investigation focuses on Gather Utah, a firm hired by developer Mike Hatch, which is accused of misrepresenting itself while attempting to convince signatories to revoke their support for the petition. Clinton, located in neighboring Davis County, has been the site of controversy surrounding Hatch’s proposed 341-unit housing development, which includes 266 townhomes. The project has sparked opposition from residents concerned about overdevelopment and its…

Ogden, UT — The signing of House Bill 267 by Governor Spencer Cox, which effectively ends collective bargaining rights for public workers, has ignited heated debate among educators, lawmakers, and taxpayers alike. The bill, which passed through the Utah legislature, has drawn widespread criticism from teachers across the state, many of whom argue that it will further strain an already struggling education system. Amanda Sutton, a teacher with the Salt Lake City School District, voiced her frustration with the political battles that, she says, overshadow the real issues affecting students. “Students in Utah are already disadvantaged,” Sutton remarked. “If you…