The Utah Department of Corrections held its annual "Corrections Week." The 2011 celebration included an array of charitable events to benefit the community. Department staff organized and participated in a food drive for a local food bank in northern Utah, a book drive for children at the Ogden YCC, a blood drive to benefit MountainStar Blood Services, and a silent auction and torch run for the Special Olympics - among other events.
Photo: UDC Special Olympics Torch Run 2011
Additionally, Utah Governor Gary Herbert visited the Utah State Prison's women's facility to tour its substance-abuse rehabilitation program and an effort aimed at helping female offenders prepare to reintegrate into society through acquiring housing, jobs, and other necessities. The Governor also signed a document officially declaring May 1 - May 7, 2011, "Corrections Week."
