| Gusty winds delay flag unfurling at West Jordan Sugar Factory silos | Sept. 8, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) — Gusty winds have delayed the posting of two 30-foot-by-60-foot flags from the West Jordan Sugar Factory silos, 8035 S. 2200 West. The event has been rescheduled for Friday, Sept. 10 at 9 a.m. The flags will hang off the silos in preparation for Saturday’s “Patriot Day Military Tattoo.” Weather permitting, members of the West Jordan police and fire departments will rappel down the 180-foot silos to help hang the flags. | |
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| 30-by-60-foot flags set to unfurl from West Jordan Sugar Factory silos in preparation for 'Patriot Day Military Tattoo' | Sept. 7, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) — Two 30-foot-by-60-foot flags will be unfurled Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 3 p.m. from the West Jordan Sugar Factory silos, 8035 S. 2200 West. The flags will hang off the north side of the silos in preparation for Saturday’s “Patriot Day Military Tattoo.” Weather permitting, members of the West Jordan police and fire departments and members of the military will rappel down the 180-foot silos to help hang the flags. | |
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| West Jordan Independence Day Festival & Western Stampede July 1, 2 & 3 | June 30, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) — The City of West Jordan is sponsoring a variety of family-friendly events and activities to celebrate Independence Day weekend, including the 56-year-old PRCA Rodeo, Carnival, free movies in the park, stage entertainment, parade, fireworks and more. | <><> |
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| West Jordan Western Stampede Demolition Derby June 26 | June 24, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – The mud will fly, fenders will bend and fun will be had by all at the Western Stampede Demolition Derby, Saturday, June 26 at 7 p.m. in the West Jordan Arena, 8035 S. 2200 West. | |
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| Free movies hit the big screen in West Jordan parks | June 1, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – Mark your calendar now for West Jordan’s "Free Movie Fridays." "Kung Fu Panda" hits the big screen Friday, June 18, at the West Jordan Soccer Complex, 7876 S. 4000 West at 8:45 p.m. | |
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| West Jordan presents traditional Memorial Day Tribute | May 27, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) — City officials are partnering with state, military and ecclesiastical leaders to present a traditional Memorial Day Tribute May 31 at 1 p.m. at the Military Services Monument in Veterans Memorial Park, 1985 W. 7800 South. The ceremony honors America’s fallen heroes and pays tribute to the five Utahns who have died during the past 12 months in service to the nation. | |
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| West Jordan receives GFOA award for new 'program-based' 2009-10 budget | |
| (West Jordan, UT) – The City of West Jordan recently received the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2009-10 FY budget. The award will be presented by the Finance Division and Office of the City Manager to the budget team at tonight’s City Council meeting. | April 14, 2010 |
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| West Jordan's green waste recycling program starts April 5 | March 25, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – For the last six years, the City of West Jordan has piloted a popular green waste collection program designed to keep grass, leaves and other compostable yard waste out of the landfill. This year’s green waste collection begins April 5 and runs through Nov. 27. | |
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| West Jordan Theater Arts production of 'See How They Run' relocates to Midvale Performing Arts Center | March 17, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – After the West Jordan Building Official tagged the Sugar Factory Playhouse “unsafe” Monday, March 15, cast and crew of the upcoming “See How They Run” feared it was “curtains” for the production, slated to open this Thursday. Fortunately, Suzanne Walker and the Midvale Arts Council have graciously allowed the West Jordan Theater Arts to bring the show to the Midvale Performing Arts Center, 695 W. 7720 South in the old Midvale City Hall. | |
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| Reports state West Jordan Sugar Factory Playhouse building 'unsafe' | March 16, 2010 |
(West Jordan, UT) – After a March 12 report from BHB Engineers found major structural deficiencies, including unreinforced masonry walls, an inadequately reinforced ceiling and “high life safety hazards,” the City of West Jordan Building Official had no choice but to close the doors of the Sugar Factory Playhouse, 8201 S. 2200 West.
BHB Sugar Factory Seismic Study
URMA Sugar Factory Report
Sugar Factory Air Quality Report
Building Official Findings
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| West Jordan's 'Weigh Biggest Losers' contest kicks off tonight | January 19, 2010 |
| (West Jordan, Utah) – West Jordan's third-annual Weigh Biggest Losers contest begins Jan. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gene Fullmer Recreation Center, 8015 S. 2200 West. Contestants will compete for a variety of prizes including cash, weekend getaways, exercise equipment, and improved health and fitness. | |
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| Veterans Day Parade and Tribute Nov. 11 | November 10, 2009 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – The City of West Jordan is partnering with the United Veterans Council to present a Veterans Day parade, program and fundraising luncheon Nov. 11. | |
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| Holiday Safety Tips | November 4, 2009 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – The City of West Jordan would like everyone to have a happy holiday season. Here are some simple but easily forgotten tips to share with your audience to keep everyone safe and healthy. | |
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| West Jordan City Council appoints new city manager | February 10, 2009 |
| (West Jordan, UT) – The West Jordan City Council unanimously voted to appoint Tom Steele as the new city manager at its Feb. 10 City Council meeting. Steele has served as West Jordan’s assistant city manager since June 2001. | |