It's now in the hands of the Utah Senate. A bill to rename Dixie State University in St. George has cleared the house after emotional debate. Supporters of the name change says the word "Dixie" is having a negative impact on students. Opponents strongly object to the change.
Dixie graduate and one-time Democratic lawmaker Scott Howell joins Rod at 4:35 to share his feelings about the change.
What do you think? Rod will be taking your calls on the proposal at 5pm.
Read the Deseret News:
https://www.deseret.com/utah/2021/2/10/22274790/legislature-house-dixie-state-university-name-change
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