June 17, 2022 | Vol. 3 Iss. 24
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Original Dowdle puzzle depicting Davis County unveiled at courthouse ribbon cutting
By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com FARMINGTON—It was a big day last week as officials cut the ribbon on the newly renovated Davis County Memorial Courthouse. The two-year renovation project combined restored elements with some historical fixtures. The courthouse has gone through several renovations since it was built in 1890 and has now been restored to its 1930s glory. “In 1890 it was a Victorian red brick building,” said Davis County Facilities Management Director Lane Rose. “In 1930 they took off the roof and knocked down a couple of walls and built around it.” In 1958 and 1979 additions to the courthouse were made. The recent renovation removed those additions, renovated the original historic 1930s section and exposed brick from the Please see COURTHOUSE: pg. 4
CONFETTI FLIES AS COMMISSIONERS and other officials unveil Eric Dowdle's painting and puzzle. This is the first time the well-known folk artist has featured a county.
Photo by Roger V. Tuttle
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