ORLANDO, Fla. (AP)—Dwight Howard had 21 points and 14 rebounds, while Rashard Lewis also posted 21 points as the Orlando Magic amassed a historic 108-104 win in Game 3 of the NBA Finals Tuesday at Amway Arena. Additionally, Rafer Alston had his best shooting performance of the Finals and posted 20 points while Hedo Turkoglu (18 points, six rebounds, seven assists) and Mickael Pietrus (18 points) were also solid for the Magic. The game was also historic for Orlando in the regard that they shot a Finals record 63 percent from the field for the game while nailing 75 percent of their shots in the first half, another record. Despite the Magic’s magnificence, the Lakers remained within striking distance because of Kobe Bryant’s (31 points, eight assists) hot start, although he faltered down the stretch with several debilitating mistakes for Los Angeles. Additionally, Pau Gasol (23 points) and Trevor Ariza (13 points, seven rebounds) had solid games for the Lakers but Orlando’s depth and overall excellence proved too difficult for Los Angeles to overcome. The Lakers now lead the series, 2-1 while Game 4 will take place Thursday at Amway Arena.

(RICHFIELD) – The Richfield City Council has approved a technical amendment to an ordinance promoting cooperation with UDOT for the development of 800 South Main. At the city council meeting Tuesday night, Business Administrator, Woody Farnsworth, discussed the closing of the 800 South intersection due to problems with rights-of-ways. Farnsworth commented that the City’s Master Transportation Plan originally called for a 90-foot right-of-way at 800 South but in October of 2006, Jones and DeMille Engineering of Richfield redefined the required right of way for each city street and designated a 66-foot right-of-way at that intersection. UDOT officials initially disagreed with the new plan but have since accepted it. The city finally approved a 76-foot right-of-way, which will accommodate traffic flows at the intersection. UDOT says they’ll approve the opening of the road as soon as the Federal Highway Administration gives the go-ahead.

(DENVER)—A man linked by the FBI to four missing or dead people is returning to Denver federal court on a firearms charge. Forty-two year old Scott Kimball faces up to 10 years in prison at his sentencing Tuesday as he was charged with being a felon in possession of a weapon. The FBI reported Kimball had connections to 24-year old Leann Emry, whose body was found in Utah, and 19-year old Kaysi McLeod whose remains were found in northwest Colorado while they both reportedly disappeared in 2003. The FBI also linked Kimball to 25-year old Jennifer Marcum who disappeared in 2003 while Kimball’s 60-year old uncle, Terry Kimball, disappeared in 2004. Both are still missing. Kimball began serving a 48-year sentence after pleading guilty of theft and pleading to being a habitual offender last December.

(SALT LAKE CITY)—Although the economy can be a debilitating factor in the lives of many people throughout the world, things may not be so dire for aspiring collegians, particularly those desirous to attend prestigious schools. A new survey from the National Association for College Admission Counseling found 71 percent of high schools reporting an increase in the number of seniors giving up on their “plan A” school in favor of something more affordable. In the words of Bill Sederburg of the Utah Commission of Higher Education, it’s possible students in Utah aren’t looking at all options to put their “first pick” college within reach. Sederburg said financial aid offices can point students in the right direction but even a Web search can help students find grants, loans, and unused scholarships to bridge the gap between expensive and affordable colleges. Sederburg stated one option students can utilize is to attend junior colleges before finishing their four-year degrees at the university of their choice.

(PROVO)—Grasses growing on Provo’s east bench have caused fire officials in the city to impose fireworks restrictions for the upcoming 4th of July holiday. Although it has rained sufficiently in the mountains near Provo, the city’s Fire Marshal Lynn Schofield reported the long grasses will soon turn into dry fuel if people shooting fireworks are too cavalier. Because of accidents incurred in previous years, there are strict regulations in place for Provo residents to shoot fireworks, and they will only be allowed at the following times: July 1-7, July 21-27, and December 28-January 4.

(TOOELE)—A man who plead guilty to killing two goats in Tooele was sentenced to 2 1/2 years in the Tooele County Jail Tuesday. Twenty-year old Orion Kent Mitchell Stoltman was also fined $2500 and ordered to pay $300 in restitution to the goats’ owners. In April, Stoltman pleaded guilty to two Class A misdemeanors charges of animal cruelty for cutting off the heads of two goats last Halloween.

(WEST VALLEY CITY)—After a search throughout the night, an 11-year old West Valley City boy was found safe and sound. The search went underway in West Valley City after the boy was reported as missing around 11:30 Monday evening. Officers went looking for him door-to-door while speaking with friends and classmates but he was finally discovered walking in the rain by a man driving by. Eleven-year old Jacob Bradley Oliver was found about a block east of his neighborhood early Tuesday morning as police stated the man who picked up the boy recognized him from the endangered child alert seen on the news. He then called police and reported Oliver was safe. Before he was spotted, Oliver had last been seen in the area of Granger Elementary School at about 3:30 p.m. Monday. West Valley Police reported they will look into Oliver’s sketchy living situation to make sure everything’s all right at his hoome and if living conditions are appropriate he will return, they stated.

(RICHFIELD) – The 2009 Utah Fireman’s Convention will take place in Richfield this week featuring several days of training, events and activities. Local parade organizer, Brian Terry, says dozens of entries have already been made. The fireman’s parade will be held at 6pm Thursday from 400 South Main to 400 North Main in Richfield and the public is invited to attend. Local convention organizer, Russ Cowley, says when state organizers were considering where to hold the event this year, they were surprised at the growth of Richfield. Over 400 firemen from around the state will be attending the convention this year with activities commencing at the Sevier Valley Center today. The convention will wrap up on Saturday.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) – 3rd District congressman Jason Chaffetz says he may end his abstinence on banning earmarks that many members of Congress support. In a copyright Deseret News report, Chaffetz unseated former Rep. Chris Cannon largely by criticizing his earmarks that ordered federal agencies to fund specific, local projects. Chaffetz says he may reconsider his ban on certain earmarks that are legitimate congressional directed spending for worthwhile projects. He has written letters to mayors, legislators and other local officials in his district to seek comments on an outline of what he says is reform he intends to use to decide what projects legitimately deserve congressional spending.

(PRICE) – The Ferron/Price Ranger District has announced a prescribed burn within the Fish Creek drainage on the ridges west of Scofield Reservoir. Officials say the burn could start as early as Monday as is expected to be completed in three to four days. The burn is targeting cheat grass, an invasive species growing on Bean, Big and Mud Ridges and through a management plan implemented over several years, will be reduced and replaced with native grasses. Fire personnel will monitor the fire until it’s completely extinguished.