If you've been around Utah for a while, you've probably heard of these banks or credit unions:

  • Zions Bank
  • Mountain America Credit Union
  • Wells Fargo
  • Utah First Credit Union
  • Bank of Utah
  • State Bank of Southern Utah

But the Utah Credit Union in the middle of controversy today is... America First Credit Union. America First is the jersey sponsor of the new Women's Professional Soccer Team, Utah Royals. Their jersey sponsor is America First Credit Union. Over the past week, two fan support pages for both the North Carolina Courage, and Chicago Red Stars have both released statements in disagreement with the jersey sponsor.

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Release from 'The Uproar', North Carolina Courages Fan Account:

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"As we approach the Courage's match against Utah Royals FC this Friday, we must weigh in on the jersey controversy. While we support all the Utah players and their fans, we can't stand by without mentioning the front of jersey sponsor. America First Credit Union, of our opponent - The Utah Royals. The phrase "America First" has a long history rooted in racism, fascism, and hateful ideology."

Release from 'Chicago Local 134' released a very similar statement:

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"The history of the phrase 'America First' and the imagery used in the credit union's logo is rooted in racist ideology and propaganda that harks back to the Nazis and the KKK. Soccer is for all and promoting an institution that is represented by racist propaganda is unacceptable."

America First Credit Union has released a statement to the Salt Lake Tribune:

"America First Credit Union is dedicated to serving the financial needs of all individuals and communities within its field of membership. It's name and history are rooted in the credit union's initial connection with the United States government, serving civilian federal employees working at American military bases, including Utah's Fort Douglas, where the credit union was founded in 1939."

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Warning: These Opinions Will REALLY Piss Off Southern Utahns!

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1. Being told a certain (closed) Drive-In on St. George Blvd is "GREAT" but "Expensive":

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Where were ya'll when they closed down?! This business has an ARMY of people coming after me for saying their food is expensive. Apparently, I need a higher paying job and "go to yelp, if I NEED to write a review" wtf.

2. Change. Any change. AT ALL:

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Don't change the flag! Stop building homes! Stop bringing in new restaurants! Stop making this place better! We want to pretend it's 1970 forever!

3. A California License plate:

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If your car has a California plate, just HIDE! They're coming after you. You'll catch a middle finger. You'll get cut off in traffic. Did you commit murder? No... You just have a California License plate!

4. Anything with the words "Drag" and "Show" in the title:

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Don't EVER pair those words up. Don't even JOKE about those words together. Those words don't belong here! Send those words back to where they came from!

5. Saying Crumbl's cookies are good:

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Don't you dare tell someone Crumbl has a good cookie! You must eat it in secret in an alley, like you're cheating on your wife! Don't you dare go admitting that it actually tastes good!

6. Saying Cumbl's cookies are NOT good:

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Don't you dare tell someone Crumbl sucks! This is a local Utah company! You are not allowed to have an opinion on Crumbl! They have millions of followers online! Just shut up about Crumbl. Don't even THINK of saying anything.

7. Pronouncing Zion "Zy-On":

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Hey pal... It's ZY-IN like LION. You're clearly not from here, and now you need to leave! We can't have you out here saying ZY-ON. What're you... A CALIFORNIAN?!

8. Protesting ANYTHING Publicly:

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Wait! You're angry about something?! Well I'm angry that you're angry about it! Protesting at Planned Parenthood? Protesting BLM on Main Street? Here come the guys with GIANT LIFTED TRUCKS to save the day!

9. Posting a photo of a celebrity you met in town:

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"LEAVE THEM ALONE! THEY'RE JUST A NORMAL PERSON!" It would be AWESOME to meet your favorite celebrity at Cafe Rio here in town, but if you post that photo... Get ready for all the "LET THEM BE! THEY DON'T DESERVE THIS" comments. GUYS... RELAX!

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Utah: TRUE FACTS That Sound Fake!

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It's no surprise, Utah is America's favorite state! Here are some FACTS about The Beehive State that sound 100% made up!

Utah has the YOUNGEST population in the nation!
It's true! When you think Utah, you may think OLD TIMERS, RETIRED PEOPLE, GRANDPARENTS! But approximately 30% of Utah is under 18 years old! Utah's average age of the population is 31.5 years old! The next closest is Texas at 35.2. Maine comes in at the oldest in the country with an average age of 45!

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Utah is home to the OLDEST theme park in the USA!
Lagoon, baby! Lagoon opened it's doors in 1886! Shoot-the-Chutes was the first ride, a boat ride going down a ramp, splashing into the water! Literally 137 years old! Grover Cleveland was the Pres!

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Gayest City in America?
That's right! Salt Lake City was named America's GAYEST city in 2012 by Advocate.com. Salt Lake already has a HUGE Pride Parade every June, but they also had International Mr. Leather semifinalist, nude yoga classes, an LGBT bookstore, and Sundance Festival.

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The first KFC was in Utah!
The Colonel lived in Utah? That's right! The first KFC is located at 3890 S. State Street, in Salt Lake City. The name 'Kentucky Fried Chicken' actually came from the painter that was creating a sign for 'Harman's Cafe', and the name KFC stuck!

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KFC Opens Shop And Museum On Original Kentucky Fried Chicken Site
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The WORST AIR in the WHOLE WORLD?
MOST of Utah has very clean, pretty air but NOT Salt Lake City. On August 6, 2021, Salt Lake City had THE WORST AIR QUALITY in the entire WORLD! That inversion will GETCHA!

Salt Lake City Pollution Is Visible During Winter Inversion
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Salt Lake City Pollution Is Visible During Winter Inversion
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