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Expansion Plans: UTA to Extend FrontRunner Line to Southern Utah County

UTA plans to extend its Frontrunner line to the southern end of Utah County, with Payson as the likely destination. Following a study addressing transportation needs, UTA has purchased an old Union Pacific line and is planning a new station at Payson's north end. The development around the future station site includes residential, retail, and civic spaces, along with a new interchange. While only one track will be used initially, there are future plans for double tracking. Although there's no concrete timeline, there's widespread support for the extension among Payson residents, UTA, and landowners.

National News

GOP Surges Ahead: DeSantis Highlights Republican Voter Registration Lead

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis declares that Democrats no longer stand a chance in Florida, citing a significant surge in registered GOP voters, who now outnumber Democrats by nearly 900,000. This shift marks a departure from Florida's previous identity as a swing state and reflects a broader trend of Republican dominance in the state. DeSantis attributes the voter registration shift to a combination of local party-switching dynamics and migration patterns, with many newcomers appreciating Florida's distinct policy approach compared to their former states. Reports confirm the GOP's substantial lead in voter registration, signaling a seismic change in Florida's political landscape.

International News

Escalating Attacks: Ukraine Targets Russian Oil Refineries

Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian oil refineries, disrupting a significant portion of Moscow's refining capacity. While these strikes have imposed financial costs and forced repairs on Russia, they have not yet shifted the battlefield dynamics where Russia holds the advantage. Despite Western concerns and reluctance, Ukraine plans to continue and potentially increase these strategic strikes as part of its broader pressure campaign against Russia.

College Sports

First Big 12 Loss: Texas Falls to BYU in Series Defeat

Texas baseball suffered its first Big 12 series loss to BYU after a 7-5 defeat, replicating their struggles with offensive and defensive consistency throughout the three-game series. BYU capitalized on Texas' lack of aggression, with redshirt sophomore catcher Collin Reuter leading the charge with three home runs in the game. Despite efforts from Texas, including a late surge in the seventh inning, they fell short as BYU secured the series win. The Longhorns aim to bounce back against Texas State in their upcoming matchup.

Events

April 7th

• Let's Meditate (Sunday) - Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 11:30 AM

• Spirit Talks - Pleasant Grove UT - Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 10:30 AM

• Breath Journey - Sunday, April 7, 2024 at 5:00 PM

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