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Utah County warming centers will need more staffing next winter, advocates say
Utah is often recognized as being a national leader in volunteer service. And having a base of individuals willing to give up a night's sleep to staff Utah County's warming centers played a role in helping those who were seeking an escape from frigid temperatures feel safe and welcomed. In January, three Provo churches opened their doors as warming centers on Code Blue alert nights, a state-issued directive when the temperature drops below 15 degrees. Kena Mathews, housing director at Community Action Services and Food Bank in Provo, said the warming centers ended up being open about 20 ...
