Davis Journal | June 4, 2021

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Davis County Sheriff’s Office crafts policy on Second Amendment rights By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

READY TO BEGIN THEIR FUTURES

A happy group of Bountiful High seniors celebrate their graduation following ceremonies at the Dee Events Center at Weber State University. All five Davis Journal area schools held commencement exercises on May 27, 28 and June 1. See more photos inside. Photo by Roger V. Tuttle

The annual Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride returns June 25 By Tom Haraldsen tom.h@davisjournal.com

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any traditions are returning to Davis County this summer, and one of the most popular is the Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride. This year, it’s back with a new theme, “The Rolling ‘20s Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride.

It will take place on Friday, June 25, starting at 10 p.m., though many riders arrive hours earlier to enjoy a pre-race party. The 27th edition of this event will include food trucks, a Roarin’ ‘20’s speakeasy “mocktail” lounge, costume and bike decorating contests, photo ops and more.“We’re looking forward to this year’s Antelope by Moonlight Bike Ride, especially after we missed everyone

last summer,” said Randy Elliott, Davis County Commissioner. “This event is such a special, unique ride; we have had some families coming for the past 20 plus years.” It’s also a fundraiser for the Friends of Antelope Island, a non-profit organiPlease see ANTELOPE: pg. 10

FARMINGTON—Davis County Sheriff Kelly V. Sparks and Davis County Attorney Troy Rawlings came before the Davis County Commissioners Tuesday to ask for their support of a Second Amendment policy that reiterates the responsibilities of law enforcement officials and that addresses the concerns and requests made by community members. “I think it’s altogether fitting that we are discussing this the day after Memorial Day where we honor those who fought to defend our Constitution and our way of life,” said Sparks. “We feel deeply the awesome responsibility we have to provide the health and safety and welfare of our citizens and also to protect their Constitutional rights. We are here today to ask you to join with us and with the voice of County Attorney Troy Rawlings in support of a specific Sheriff’s Office policy which is designed to provide a strong defense against governmental infringement on our citizens’ Constitutional rights including the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms.” This is a time when the country is faced with senseless, violent acts, he said. “We work hard every day to prevent vioPlease see AMENDMENT: pg. 10


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