Doug Gibson Outlines Editorial Philosophy
Opinion Editor Doug Gibson discusses the Standard-Examiner's editorial approach. He emphasizes balanced reporting, strong local focus, and accountability, urging readers to engage through letters and dialogue to shape community discourse.
Pedestrian streetlight eyed for Washington crosswalk near Egyptian Theatre
Ogden Mayor Mike Caldwell backs a pedestrian activated crosswalk at the Washington Boulevard crossing by Peerys Egyptian Theatre to slow traffic during peak times after a recent serious accident. Officials will study safety measures and potential police escorts for busy movie nights.
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Prosperity 2020 shapes Utah education and STEM push
Utah aims to raise postsecondary degrees to 66 percent by 2020, focusing on math and reading foundations, ACT testing, and a STEM center. The plan involves K 12 reforms, ATC credentials, and expanded college offerings at Dixie State University and Weber State University, plus a legislative task force to oversee funding and policy shifts. Brad Wilson, House District 15, writes on the effort.
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A fragmented caption style display shows a Mallard Fillmore panel with bold letters and quirky phrases. The blurred text hints at a humorous exchange about tech and casual slang, capturing the strip’s light satire.
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Arab Spring enters second anniversary without celebration
James Traub writing in Foreign Policy notes the international affairs scholar marks two years since the Arab Spring, but finds no celebration in sight. The commentary appears in StandardNET's National Commentary.
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Utah attorney ethics law not the judicial code says executive director
Colin Winchester asserts that Utah lawyers are governed by the Rules of Professional Conduct and that the Utah Judicial Conduct Commission has no disciplinary power over attorneys. He notes the commission actively investigates nearly 100 complaints yearly and can sanction judges, not attorneys. The Utah State Bar handles attorney misconduct.
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Weber School District band concert earns high praise
On the evening of February 13, Jerry and Carole DeGroot attended the Weber School District junior high and high school band concert. They praised the conductors and teachers for arranging an outstanding event and commended the students for their professional skills and accomplishments.
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Safe harbor bill for firearms sparks heated debate
Richard Keller of South Ogden questions Rep Pitcher’s proposed safe harbor for firearms arguing it delays police action and could endanger families. He calls for common sense and safer storage, contrasting locks and reasons to own guns with fears of domestic threats and tragic events like Sandy Hook.
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First Amendment attacker targets Second Amendment letter
The Feb. 17 letter claims only smoothbore muzzle loaders were protected by the First Amendment at the founding. The writer argues that would limit free speech to media of the era and that the piece misuses the First Amendment to attack the Second. Ken Warnshuis Clearfield.
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