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Sept. 23, 2022 | Vol. 3 Iss. 38

NEWS BREAK UK scientists have developed a virus-killing plastic

The team at Queen’s University Belfast say their plastic film is cheap and could be fashioned into protective gear such as aprons. It works by reacting with light to release chemicals that break the virus. The study showed it could kill viruses by the million, even in tough species which linger on clothes and surfaces. The research was accelerated as part of the UK’s response to the COVID pandemic. Studies had shown the COVID virus was able to survive for up to 72 hours on some surfaces, but that is nothing compared to sturdier species.

Falling petroleum prices giving Democrats some optimism

WALLDOGS MURALIST STEVE ESTES gets more supplies as his daughter Camilla Estes Cannon paints the south wall of The Book Garden on the corner of Center Street and Main. The artists are in town from Kentucky to create a mural for the store.

Colorful mural takes shape on The Book Garden wall Photo by Becky Ginos

By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com

BOUNTIFUL—Something beautiful is blooming at The Book Garden on Main Street. A huge mural is being painted on the side of the building filled with color and fun shapes turning a brick wall into an art piece. “We wanted to do something that

would knock their socks off,” said Walldogs muralist Steve Estes, who traveled from Kentucky to create the mural. “I had a contemporary piece in mind. I came up with the Starship Eden Intergalactic Library. It gets the book theme without being a specific ad and something that fits the wall.” Estes said he sent the design to The Book Garden owner LeAnn Jorgensen

for approval. “I told her to be brave on this, something that would create interest and be nice down here. She agreed and the design was decided upon.” The concept for a mural came when Jorgensen was made aware of a grant from Discover Davis that was available. “We did receive the grant from Discover Please see MURAL: pg. 2

Teen center provides services for most vulnerable students By Becky Ginos becky.g@davisjournal.com KAYSVILLE—At-risk students at Mountain High, an alternative school in Davis School District, will now have access to services they need at a new Teen Resource Center that opened at the school last week. It is the fourth to be completed in the district. “Great people are doing great things for kids,” said Mountain High Principal Greg Wuthrich at the ribbon cutting ceremony. “This isn’t just a district thing—it’s a community thing.” There are 202 students here, he said. “But as they bring more we grow as we go through the year. Twenty-five percent are ethnic minorities and we have three unaccompanied minors.” There’s a great need here, he said. “This is an amazing resource. We’re used to opening the cupboard and finding a stack of clean towels. Not everybody has that. This provides full wrap around services including a room for young mothers.” Teen Centers offer students a place to shower, launder clothing, access basic essentials, eat and work one-on-one with counselors. The Renaissance Academy next to Mountain High already has a Please see CENTER: pg. 2

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Holiday spending could be reduced this year

Persistent inflation – consumer prices increased by 8.5% in July over last year – has reshaped how we are budgeting for everyday necessities and occasional indulgences. Prices are up for everything from groceries to clothing, shoes, stationery items and more. It’s also forced many households to tap into their savings or rack up more credit card debt just to keep up with the higher cost of living. Over the past year, credit card debt has jumped by $100 billion, or 13%, the biggest percentage increase in more than 20 years.What does all this mean for the upcoming 2022 holiday shopping season? Less. A lot less. It’ll be a stark contrast from last year's robust holiday performance, according to a new forecast from consulting firm Deloitte.

Mass burial site found in Ukrainian city

MOUNTAIN HIGH STUDENTS Kamren Holmes and Zephyr Finlay cut the ribbon on the new Teen Resource Center that opened at the school last week. The center will provide at-risk students in need, including those experiencing homelessness with a safe place to go.

Photo by Becky Ginos

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Weeks of falling gas prices are dulling what had previously been a sharp Republican weapon, giving Democrats another glimmer of hope ahead of the midterm elections. Months ago, sky-high gas prices were a major reason why Democrats’ prospects looked bleak. But as candidates hit the homestretch ahead of the Nov. 8 midterms, the lower gas prices are giving reasons for Democrats to think they can be more competitive. Since hitting a June peak of $5.02 on average across the country, U.S. gasoline prices have fallen by $1.28 and are averaging about $3.74 per gallon as of Friday. That’s still relatively high and up about 56 cents from a year ago.

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A mass burial site containing around 440 graves has been found in the Ukrainian city of Izyum after it was liberated from Russian control, a top police officer has told Sky News. Ukraine’s president confirmed that a “mass burial site” has been found but he said “clear, verified information” would be released on Friday. “We want the world to know what is really happening and what the Russian occupation has led to,” Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a nightly video address to the nation.


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