Chris McFarland douses a large field of phragmites with flames in Farmington Bay along the Great Salt Lake on Wednesday. The Division of Wildlife Resources burned about 2,000 acres to open up the canopy and allow beneficial plants to flourish and take over the area.
Tim Hussin, Deseret Morning News
Phragmites, a large perennial grass, are plentiful along the Great Salt Lake in Davis County. The dense and invasive plant takes over in marsh areas and inhibits waterfowl habitats. Chris McFarland douses a large field of phragmites with flames in Farmington Bay along the Great Salt Lake on Wednesday. The Division of Wildlife Resources burned about 2,000 acres to open up the canopy and allow beneficial plants to flourish and take over the area.
Story of Salt Lake airmen
I found that out last week. In search of a Memorial Day column, I wandered into Memory Grove (who said columnists can't grasp the obvious?) and as I walked by the various war monuments, I came upon the best-looking structure there: the Meditation Chapel, which might have been transplanted straight from Athens.
Personal investments
As the 29th annual Primary Children's Miracle Network Telethon approaches, Chrissy Sperry said she is reminded of the many blessings in her life.
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