Researchers predict record spending this Easter holiday Your wallet may be taking a hit this Easter as spending on the holiday is expected to reach a record high.Researchers with the National Retail Federationsaid E Your wallet may be taking a hit this Easter as spending on the holiday is expected to reach a record high.said Easter spending is expected to reach a record $24.9 billion, potentially surpassing the previous record of $24 billion set in 2023. The study, which was released by the NRF and Prosper Insights & Analytics, said Americans are likely increasing their spending in an attempt to reconnect and create memories as economic conditions fluctuate. "While economic uncertainty remains on the minds of many, consumers are still focused on holiday celebrations like Easter," said Mark Mathews, NRF's chief economist.Candy is leading the way in Easter spending, with 92% of consumers planning to buy sweets, followed by 90% of shoppers who plan to spend on food. Researchers said 64% plan to purchase gifts, and 53% of people plan to buy decorations. Just over half of those who participated in the study said they expected to purchase Easter clothing. “Easter continues to be a holiday rooted in tradition for many consumers, which serves as the leading source of shopping inspiration,” said Phil Rist, executive vice president of Prosper Insights & Analytics. “Consumers are also influenced this year by the shopping experience itself, including sales and promotions, engaging in store displays, and by shopping with family and friends for holiday inspiration.” The National Retail Federation said the most popular Easter activities are cooking, spending time with loved ones, attending church and Easter egg hunts.Washington County Sheriff Nate Brooksby submitted his resignation and announced his retirement late last week.The Washington County Sheriff's Office said BrookA police incident has closed southbound I-215 near 4700 South in Taylorsville on Sunday evening.According to the Utah Highway Patrol, a vehicle fled from policePassengers on a Delta Air Lines flight departing Salt Lake City said their plane was held on the tarmac for nearly an hour to wait for a late-arriving passengerA 59-year-old driver was flown to a local area hospital in serious condition after a crash with a semi-truck on Interstate 70 near the Colorado border.The crasBones found by a horseback rider in the mountains above Springville were confirmed to be human, according to the Utah County Sheriff’s Office.Sgt. Raymond Ormon